Feature · National Recovery
Tow your car anywhere in the UK.
Your vehicle towed to any UK destination, not just the nearest garage.
Need it if…
- You drive 50+ miles from home regularly.
- You travel across the UK for work or holidays.
- You'd rather have the car at your trusted garage, not a random one.
Skip it if…
- You mostly drive within 20 miles of home.
- You'd be fine with the nearest garage.
- You have a second car or good public transport.
Watch outs
- Basic policies only tow to the nearest suitable garage.
- Some policies cap tow distance (e.g. 10 miles) without an upgrade.
- Trailers and caravans usually need separate cover.
Typical cost: £30–60 extra per year if not already included.
Providers that include National Recovery
8 of our 10 tracked providers, cheapest first.
Quick answers
What's the difference between recovery and roadside assistance?+
Roadside means a patrol tries to fix the car where it broke down. Recovery means towing it somewhere — with National Recovery, anywhere in the UK.
How far will they tow?+
Mainland UK, with full National Recovery. Without it, usually just the nearest suitable garage.
What about Northern Ireland and the Isles?+
Most providers cover mainland Britain. Northern Ireland, the Isles of Scilly, and Channel Islands often need a higher tier or add-on.