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When your car heaves a sigh and collapses, it's nice to know that you have somebody to come to your rescue with the right equipment.
Motor clubs such as AAA used to be a driver's only option. But these days, an army of other businesses are offering roadside assistance plans: insurance companies, carmakers, oil companies, credit-card issuers, even cell-phone service providers.
While the programs have many similarities-all will give (or reimburse you for) a tow--some have gaps in coverage that can leave you stranded or stuck with an unexpected bill. Plans offered by cell-phone services, for example, typically won't cover you if you leave your phone at ...