Michelle is a lead editor at Forbes Advisor. She has been a journalist for over 35 years, writing about insurance for consumers for the last decade. Prior to covering insurance, Michelle was a ...

Starting a roadside assistance business can be a lucrative venture with the growing number of vehicles on the road and increasing demand for on-the-go support. Whether helping a driver with a flat ...

and some automakers include roadside assistance with the purchase of a new or certified pre-owned vehicle. Below are summaries of various types of plans to help you decide which one is right for you.

But with so many choices, deciding between towing coverage through auto insurance, a roadside assistance plan, or a vehicle ...