European Breakdown cover covers you against the risk of breakdown in your car in the event that it unexpectedly ceases to work.
Here are some simple guidelines to use when you compare breakdown cover:
• Check for online discounts, some of the European breakdown cover insurance policies shown will offer an attractive online discount
• Always check whether the European breakdown provider can tow your car to the garage
• Check to see if the provider offers repairs at the roadside?
• Check if they offer a ‘home start’ option which will allow you to call for assistance should your car not start while you are at home
You also need to consider the following when you compare European breakdown cover:
If you are looking for the cheapest cover and you are on a budget, then you may want to consider basic European breakdown cover. All the breakdown cover providers offer their own basic policy. If you purchase this, it will generally provide you with roadside assistance and, if possible, the provider will fix the problem at the side of the road. Read more on basic breakdown cover below.
If you opt for a comprehensive European breakdown cover, this includes the features of a basic breakdown cover policy plus cover for some additional breakdown scenarios. Read more on comprehensive breakdown cover online.
The highest level of cover you can invest in is premium breakdown cover. Regardless of where your car breaks down you are likely to get to your end destination in the UK. This type of cover is usually suggested if you spend a substantial amount of time travelling in the car around Europe.

European breakdown cover can be an extension of the premium breakdown cover. You will normally receive all the features of premium cover, but have to pay extra for assistance when travelling in Europe. Read more on European breakdown cover.