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  • Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
  • The Truth About AAA Car Insurance, DIY and car repair with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Is AAA car insurance worth it? Should I buy AAA insurance for my car? Buying auto insurance with AAA. Best car insurance services to use. AAA car service, everything you need to know. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 51 years.
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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  5 років тому +32

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    • @1997DanielFlores
      @1997DanielFlores 5 років тому +3

      Hey Scotty happy fathers day

    • @oldlawnchairgamer418
      @oldlawnchairgamer418 5 років тому +1

      Hey Scotty I have a 2006 Pontiac G6 with a V6 engine. When I put it into drive the car won’t drive forward and if it does it’ll have a lot of struggle to do so. No problems with it going in reverse. What could be wrong with it.

    • @rodolfoem2011
      @rodolfoem2011 5 років тому

      @@oldlawnchairgamer418 transmission is gone, its a pontiac, 🙌

    • @tannermcintosh7332
      @tannermcintosh7332 5 років тому

      Scotty Kilmer hey Scotty what’s your opinion on the Harley Davidson LiveWire? No noise is a bad thing?

    • @therealjwil5
      @therealjwil5 5 років тому +1

      867-5309..... Tommy Tutone.... I saw what you did there ;)

  • @13slot28
    @13slot28 5 років тому +154

    I have AAA plus, they cover like 8 tows a year uo to 100 miles, free jumps, lockout, and gas if you run out... Best investment is peace of mind.

    • @LuisHernandez-ez3ss
      @LuisHernandez-ez3ss 5 років тому +3

      How much do you pay if i may ask? I do lyft and looking into aaa

    • @carlosscorner
      @carlosscorner 5 років тому +4

      Luis Hernandez theres different plans to choose from I believe the lowest monthly plan is $5 , I pay $12 a month for the exact plan mentioned above

    • @firechicken5
      @firechicken5 5 років тому +3

      I get AAA as a Xmas gift from my dad each year and the peace of mind is very nice. Hardly use its benefits besides discounts at some auto places like NAPA and Safelite. But when I have used it it was totally awesome. Friends car broke down a couple years ago, I was with and the tow was covered!

    • @scarlettohara5096
      @scarlettohara5096 5 років тому +6

      are you sure its 8 tows???

    • @firechicken5
      @firechicken5 5 років тому +5

      scarlett ohara it’s 4 tows. I figured he has a husband and wife policy so everything doubles

  • @tingokuman
    @tingokuman 5 років тому +50

    I worked for AAA and I can vouch for the car insurance and towing. Service is top notch and I use it myself. It's about $55 for the basic service and it pays for itself the first time you're stuck on the side of the road or locked out.

    • @Mak933
      @Mak933 5 років тому +2

      tingokuman For those who want towing but live in rural areas, if you spend roughly $90, you get towing up to 100 miles. The basic is great but only gets you 5 miles I think, and every mile after you pay for, which WILL BE very expensive.

    • @tingokuman
      @tingokuman 5 років тому +2

      @@Mak933 Buy a plus 100miles or premier membership 200miles. An independent company will charge you $200 bucks for 100 miles. This happened to me 10 years ago and they damaged my brand new car because they didn't offer a flatbed. In the grand scheme of things AAA will always be the most cost effective. We are roadside assistance.

    • @SaraKellyhiphope
      @SaraKellyhiphope 4 роки тому

      Do you recommend them for auto insurance? They're prices are much better then my plan at Geico.

    • @dorothyware4436
      @dorothyware4436 4 роки тому

      Hi I live in Atlanta Ga.Can you give me a # for AAA please.

    • @RELENTLESS-JS
      @RELENTLESS-JS 4 роки тому +1

      @@dorothyware4436 learn how to use google....

  • @bibasik7
    @bibasik7 5 років тому +147

    ThE tRuTh AbOuT
    *says something good*
    How dare you do that to us, Scotty!

  • @payamyazdi7672
    @payamyazdi7672 5 років тому +147

    triple A is A must If you own anything made in Germany or Detroit.

    • @NFLYoungBoy223
      @NFLYoungBoy223 5 років тому +2

      Payam yazdi I just left Detroit today

    • @Quentyn73
      @Quentyn73 5 років тому

      There's no aaa in Germany. Just adac

    • @scinto23
      @scinto23 5 років тому +2

      Facts bro

    • @maximusextreme3725
      @maximusextreme3725 5 років тому +4

      @@Quentyn73 I think he meant German made cars in the U.S.

    • @eyehatefarcebook11
      @eyehatefarcebook11 5 років тому

      I guess made in China, Mexico or Japan must have been a simple oversight then?

  • @avlisk
    @avlisk 5 років тому +21

    Scotty, my AAA membership goes back to 1954. I've had to use various services several times over the years, and never been disappointed.

    • @leolopez140
      @leolopez140 5 років тому +2

      avlisk Scotty “I was a young mechanic then and looking to buying a 1994 Toyota Celica”

  • @McCov1
    @McCov1 5 років тому +36

    I'm a member of AAA for 29 years! The reason why I became a member of AAA is because someone told me after I bought a used 1982 TOYOTA CELICA in 1989, that the Celica will break down, and It will let me stranded on the side of the road... Well it NEVER did. My Celica was STOLEN in 2000 ! If it wasn't for that, I would still be driving it right freaking NOW!

    • @leolopez140
      @leolopez140 5 років тому +1

      RicharXD Plot Twist: Scotty stole it and put the shell of a 1994 Celica on it.

    • @Angrylittlelouie
      @Angrylittlelouie 5 років тому +2

      Scotty is probably not a thief, since he seems like such an honest man. He probably bought it from the bastard that took it from you though, and now your Celica is in the best hands. So it probably worked out well. Lol

    • @Garth2011
      @Garth2011 3 роки тому

      40 years here and have used it at least once every 3 years. Damn car batteries are not like they used to be.

    • @tomdurkins
      @tomdurkins 2 роки тому +1

      Same here. I am still driving my 1998 Hyundai with 280,000 miles. Never needed AAA but keep paying for it every year.

  • @Genevo9
    @Genevo9 5 років тому +65

    I love AAA, they got my car to me in a heartbeat when I bought it!

  • @Timinator62
    @Timinator62 5 років тому +25

    I've been a AAA Member for 40 yrs. The Towing sure came in handy with some of cars I've had. I had a Chrysler Sebring, I knew EVERY AAA Tow Truck driver by name, they would say "I knew it was you when they gave the car description...what's wrong now?"

    • @karenhart4641
      @karenhart4641 2 роки тому +4

      We became member and last week we had to call becuase we broke down.we called them.
      It over 2 hours to get someone evan to talk to.
      We needed a tow to our machanic, that was less then 20 min away. They told us it would be an hour so, an hour and a half and we called again they told us it's going to be the next day and to be towed . They told us to leave the key in it . My husband told them no about the key.
      The problem it they use local towing and couldn't get one
      We had to make th he calls
      To several places in town l

    • @rarefruit2320
      @rarefruit2320 10 місяців тому

      All Chryslers should come with lifetime AAA membership 😂

  • @VKSgtSLaughter
    @VKSgtSLaughter 5 років тому +10

    GENIUS... Scotty's is appealing because he's an "every man" that people can easily relate to. That and he's honest, humble, and loves to help people. He is truly a great man!

  • @craigecker4573
    @craigecker4573 5 років тому +42

    Been a aaa customer for 18 years. Won't go anyplace else. Prices are very competitive and as scotty says, the towing benefit is awesome. I'm also a aaa member and one of my benefits is free tows. It has come in very handy this year since I've needed 3. Haven't paid a nickel.

    • @Brucev7
      @Brucev7 5 років тому +1

      'Free' the customer pays-Nothing is Free

    • @craigecker4573
      @craigecker4573 5 років тому

      Get discounts at hotels, car rental, flights, etc. More than paid for itself

  • @tuckerreda1759
    @tuckerreda1759 5 років тому +4

    Scotty your videos are great. I'm a Fleet Service Technician (tow truck driver) for AAA. Thanks for the good word and for all the card holders out there; we appreciate the Membership! 👍

  • @deemswick
    @deemswick 5 років тому +174

    DAT INTROOOOO 🔥🔥

    • @kbalter
      @kbalter 5 років тому +2

      For real, finally an intro that’s worthy of the channel

    • @drsm7947
      @drsm7947 5 років тому +2

      its LIT

    • @RatelHBadger
      @RatelHBadger 5 років тому

      @@drsm7947 eral fire!!!

  • @michaeld5591
    @michaeld5591 5 років тому +39

    Scotty, I absolutely love you new introduction the special effects are beautiful, great job with it, in reference to triple AAA that membership is a great idea an absolute necessity worth it’s weight in gold

    • @1linkbelt
      @1linkbelt 5 років тому +1

      I never leave home without it.

    • @mikewillis9108
      @mikewillis9108 5 років тому +1

      Triple AAA= AAAAAAAAA

    • @chevyboss97
      @chevyboss97 4 роки тому

      @@mikewillis9108 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 that's what I was thinking

  • @afisemenaborevlaka48
    @afisemenaborevlaka48 5 років тому +122

    But if you own a 94 Toyota Celica, you don't need tow service.

    • @goldwingman1500
      @goldwingman1500 5 років тому +4

      Believe me they break down as well just like any other car .

    • @afisemenaborevlaka48
      @afisemenaborevlaka48 5 років тому +1

      @@goldwingman1500 Not when you have an ex young mechanic taking care of them.

    • @afisemenaborevlaka48
      @afisemenaborevlaka48 5 років тому

      @Dmetal#1 As for me, all I ever drove were Japanese cars and then I met my American wife. Well ... let's just leave it at that.😁

    • @neilparmar5705
      @neilparmar5705 5 років тому

      afisemenaborevlaka48 great cars

    • @LouisSubearth
      @LouisSubearth 5 років тому

      They're light, but not pushing them for miles light.

  • @RobertMartin-ew1vy
    @RobertMartin-ew1vy 5 років тому +53

    I have two older cars and have had to use AAA towing several times and they are the best..

    • @DavidLLambertmobile
      @DavidLLambertmobile 5 років тому

      Not always but if you use AAA roadside once or twice a year its okay. I have AAA+ AAA South location...

  • @johnwcyne8847
    @johnwcyne8847 5 років тому +46

    Not sure what is a bigger scam...Chrysler or the Indian guy calling me at 3am?

  • @bigbosscaos3923
    @bigbosscaos3923 5 років тому +212

    The 14 dislikes are tow truck vultures

  • @MarkM58
    @MarkM58 5 років тому +59

    Do not confuse AAA membership with AAA insurance. AAA sells regular insurance, too. Not bad, but not the best.

    • @traderflorstock9497
      @traderflorstock9497 5 років тому +6

      Mark Mangus Agreed. Worked for Aaa as an agent for 10 years. Not the same company anymore- they change leadership every 2 years , make changes to agent. Comp plans to put more money into their pockets.
      They only offer one auto and home product which is not a good concept.
      I’m now an insurance broker and offer more than 50+ insurance carriers to fit my customers needs. Much happier now and working for myself not by myself.

    • @BenSuave
      @BenSuave 5 років тому +3

      @@traderflorstock9497 what region are you in? I've worked as an agent for AAA in the Northeast Corridor region for 10 years, we have at least 10 different insurance programs through various outfits besides our flagship. Not all regions are setup like that tho.

    • @traderflorstock9497
      @traderflorstock9497 5 років тому

      BenSuave West Coast - Ca Nevada and Utah. Now they added additional states.

    • @SaraKellyhiphope
      @SaraKellyhiphope 4 роки тому

      ​@@traderflorstock9497 Do you recommend them for auto insurance? They're prices are much better then my plan at Geico.

    • @SaraKellyhiphope
      @SaraKellyhiphope 4 роки тому

      Do you recommend them for auto insurance? They're prices are much better then my plan at Geico.

  • @megamega436
    @megamega436 5 років тому +45

    Worked for AAA as a roadside assistance loved every minute of it

    • @DaddyFutbol
      @DaddyFutbol 5 років тому +3

      I worked AAA Roadside Assistance Glendale for a year and it was awful lol

    • @santiagoarbelaez1966
      @santiagoarbelaez1966 5 років тому

      @@DaddyFutbol why?

    • @Steven-yx1ic
      @Steven-yx1ic 5 років тому +1

      @@santiagoarbelaez1966 I am doing it now, its tough, I work directly with AAA , not a contractor. Too many silly safety rules to follow, like something called the circle of safety. There is also a lot of politics behind selling AAA batteries, its not a rip off, the price is the same as anywhere else and we come install it which is better, but we have to sell a certain amount every month. I am also working 4 to 12 now , night shift and those are rough.

    • @anappalachiansadventures8866
      @anappalachiansadventures8866 5 років тому +2

      I loved the job, hated the 24/6 on call, low pay and no benefits

    • @Steven-yx1ic
      @Steven-yx1ic 5 років тому

      @@anappalachiansadventures8866 were you a private contractor?

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 5 років тому +4

    I like Scotty's straight to the point, no nonsense attitude, laid out as just plain common sense. I only have one complaint against Scotty, that he's not my local mechanic! Knowledgeable, honest mechanics like Scotty are hard to find. Thanks for some great advice again Scotty, I watch darn near every one of your video's. John

  • @lazarobravo6937
    @lazarobravo6937 5 років тому +60

    Happy Father's Day Scotty God bless you and may God give you many years of life. 👍😃

    • @eddiejr3934
      @eddiejr3934 5 років тому +2

      Yes he is our father 🤠

    • @lazarobravo6937
      @lazarobravo6937 5 років тому +1

      Your welcome.👍

    • @zloungeact
      @zloungeact 5 років тому

      God is a lie.

    • @lazarobravo6937
      @lazarobravo6937 5 років тому +4

      It's ok alot of people don't trust or thing he is true but it's ok.😃

    • @laurabledsoe5878
      @laurabledsoe5878 5 років тому +2

      Mr. Pancakes Are you in for a surprise.

  • @rentslave
    @rentslave 5 років тому +27

    I've had AAA roadside for 40 years with no problems.

    • @NoNORADon911
      @NoNORADon911 5 років тому

      I have AA roadside service...many problems.... :(

    • @DavidLLambertmobile
      @DavidLLambertmobile 5 років тому

      In 01/2019 I purchased a used 1998 Ford CV & needed a few AAA South tows. A AAA rep told me on my 4th free tow, I'd get a "free" tow since I was a good customer. I later confirmed this detail with AAA customer service the following day. I later found out by "free" he meant my member status. Even the AAA region manager said I was correct but she refused to grant me 1 more AAA tow.

  • @yellowdeer7163
    @yellowdeer7163 5 років тому +13

    I've used AAA since 2008 and it's great service.

  • @francoluna95
    @francoluna95 5 років тому +45

    I said it once and I'll say it again
    This man is pumping more videos then T-series 😂😂

    • @AKGirthQuake
      @AKGirthQuake 5 років тому +9

      And you misspelled "than" again lol😂

    • @roberthunter5059
      @roberthunter5059 5 років тому

      @Shelby Morgan Sweet summer child....

  • @JonnyRicter
    @JonnyRicter 5 років тому +18

    I've been rear ended twice by AAA policy holders, they are the greatest insurance company I've ever dealt with. They treated me better than my own insurance company.

    • @eddiejr3934
      @eddiejr3934 5 років тому +2

      I believe it lol

    • @hamsterama
      @hamsterama 5 років тому +3

      I have had AAA for my car and home insurance for years. When my car was keyed years ago, AAA really came through for me. I went to the most expensive auto body shop in town to get the affected panels refinished, and AAA had no problem paying for it. My parents also have AAA for home and auto. Years ago, a wind storm damaged their roof, and AAA paid for a full roof replacement, no questions asked. Everyone should look into AAA for insurance. They are the best company out there, from my family's experience.

    • @marcoantoniomirandar
      @marcoantoniomirandar 5 років тому

      @@hamsterama alright, you sold me comrade. Lol

    • @hamsterama
      @hamsterama 5 років тому

      @@marcoantoniomirandar Yes, do it, call AAA and ask to speak with an insurance agent! You will not be disappointed! They have the best customer service, and the best rates. In addition to auto insurance, their home insurance is way lower than the competition.

    • @Garth2011
      @Garth2011 3 роки тому

      @@hamsterama Good they are but you don't want to use their body shops on their DRP or IRP list. Those shops are cost savers for the auto club.

  • @hootans.4293
    @hootans.4293 5 років тому +3

    I don't have AAA myself, but I've asked couple of guys who have AAA, I was told they are absolutely very happy with AAA. I use their membership and they have been good, the only complaint I have as far as their membership goes is that at times it takes a long time for the tow truck to show up.

  • @williegarland8888
    @williegarland8888 5 років тому +2

    AAA ripped me off. I never asked for a tow for 14 years. When I needed a tow 5 months ago AAA refused to tow my pickup. To think that all those times I drove out of state thinking I was protected but wasn't. I even had coverage for a trailer (so I thought). I am dropping them when renewal comes.

  • @vetteboyz0628
    @vetteboyz0628 5 років тому +34

    Who else does something to their car or in life and scotty makes a video about it 3 days later to why not do it 😂

  • @Luke-qn9zw
    @Luke-qn9zw 5 років тому +14

    I just started working for AAA and they are a wonderful company who really care

  • @demandred1957
    @demandred1957 5 років тому +3

    Hey Scotty! just wanted to say, I really like how you address the title of the video first, and then lay extra info on everything else on us.

  • @Ray-lv7hm
    @Ray-lv7hm 5 років тому +1

    I always own two old beaters and I have always had AAA. Four free tows a year for $80. One dies, I get it towed home and take my time fixing it while I drive the other one. I spend a small fraction of what most people do to drive around reliably.

  • @toddburgess6792
    @toddburgess6792 5 років тому +1

    I got AAA and in 1 week I used it. Instant payoff. Following week, my wife's car conked out. What the ????
    Great coverage, worth every dollar.

  • @big209papa
    @big209papa 5 років тому

    I’m an actual club fleet driver. Our is service is good but it does have a lot of flaws, especially for people who break down really far from home in a extremely busy area. We can’t afford to lose a truck for long duration of time during commuting times because it makes a lot of people wait who are just being towed 10-20 miles away. If you break down and need to get towed really far and have been waiting for a long time. Pay out of pocket and submit a reimbursement form with AAA and we will honor it. I’ve been working for AAA for almost 3 years and they really due care about member satisfaction

  • @spanieaj
    @spanieaj 5 років тому +1

    I have been a AAA member for many years and have never been disappointed with their service. I never had a long wait for a tow and they ALWAYS sent a flatbed. Last year, I used AAA as my auto insurance broker and they got me a GREAT deal! I am kind of mad at myself for not switching my insurance earlier. My old insurance company was robbing me blind.

  • @davidmurphy5405
    @davidmurphy5405 5 років тому +5

    Bought a $400 Mazda no reverse..gave it to my friend and told them I thought they were forward enough to adapt and xonquer

  • @aukemist
    @aukemist 5 років тому +1

    I've been in a pinch where a tow company wanted $300 to tow back into my town cuz I was about 40 miles away. Beep boop, called AAA, signed up for 1 year for $120 and instant 100 plus mile towing benefit- bam.

  • @vmobile890
    @vmobile890 3 роки тому +1

    AAA needs to give rebates on no claims for long term customers . Considering to go to Geiko for $400 a year savings .

  • @unstablebobgable
    @unstablebobgable 5 років тому +13

    I like to puff on the Cannabis Cigar and get all schmoked up while watching Scotty Kilmers videos.

  • @tylersmith9868
    @tylersmith9868 5 років тому +1

    Im Canadian so I'm with CAA. one time I was down in the states I hit a gigantic pothole and blew out both passenger side tires. Tow truck was totally covered by CAA through AAA really great service will have it for the rest of my life.

  • @megatron2535
    @megatron2535 5 років тому +4

    Happy Father's Day Scotty!! Keep up the hard work!

  • @kindbud
    @kindbud 5 років тому +8

    Ive had AAA since i got my license, ive used all my free tows every year, because no matter whose car im in i can tow it 300 miles!
    I have a friend who works in privately owned towing company and they do $300-800 tows every few hours just because the ppl calling in dont have AAA..

  • @OckyPotty
    @OckyPotty 5 років тому +5

    Scotty, if you had to choose one sub-company that was discontinued to make a return, which would it be and why? (Ex: Saturn, Mercury, Pontiac, etc...)

  • @MrE399
    @MrE399 5 років тому +2

    I've had AAA since I started driving. Love it. Not too expensive too and you get a discount if you have multiple cars. (I got 2)

  • @auntyuber5127
    @auntyuber5127 5 років тому +1

    AAA's a must for rideshare drivers. Not their insurance, but the road side assistance

    • @Garth2011
      @Garth2011 3 роки тому

      Their insurance however, has suffered big in the past 20 years. Prior to year 2000, AAA insurance was run and managed much better but ever since they got back into auto racing sponsorships and naming rights to a few race tracks etc., they revamped their core values to serve their company vs. their employees and customers. Also, ever since the direct repair or immediate repair body shop ideas got repetitive and controlled by the insurance industry, repairs to your vehicles suffered however, they made it less inconvenient at the same time.

  • @lovely-mk4rt
    @lovely-mk4rt 5 років тому

    I changed from AAA to AARP. The price was 1/3 less and 5 people can be on the plan. A friend picked me up from a mechanic shop ( my car was getting serviced) , my friends car broke down. Lol. I called AARP and they towed his car to his choice of workshop because I was a passenger. It’s in the plan. No charge!

  • @Maleekus
    @Maleekus 5 років тому +5

    AAA is great, far as I know they tow ANY vehicle you''re a passenger in

  • @maryleecarlin9390
    @maryleecarlin9390 11 місяців тому

    My husband finally called after multiple texts to say that we’ve been waiting for 4.5 hours with two seniors and two kids and they told us to wait another 45 minutes. Throughout the day we’ve had 4 cops ask us if we were okay since we pulled over on government property.

  • @realShadowKat
    @realShadowKat 5 років тому

    Plus-1 reco for AAA.
    Not only do you get great towing benefits, but you get swank discounts on hotels and car rentals. One stay in a hotel saves me the cost of the membership for the year.

  • @Buc_Stops_Here
    @Buc_Stops_Here 5 років тому

    Dirty little secret that works - if you don't break down a lot, the car insurance companies will sell you a plan for towing - usually $5 to $15 a year, and no charge for towing under 50 miles or so. I used to use AAA but after never needing my car towed except like once in 15 years, it was a lot of money down the drain.

  • @37903abc
    @37903abc Місяць тому

    My whole family uses AAA and I am really glad they have AAA.
    Just be sure to tip them.
    If you don't tip don't call.

  • @Mark3nd
    @Mark3nd Рік тому +3

    I had a tire flat that needed to swap for the spare. Not bad for AAA to do a spare tire change after waiting 20 minutes in the parking lot!
    Beaides the tires are like .... 5+ years, getting them changed tomorrow for a better brand. Thank god they're not chinese tires lol

  • @TheRideshareHub
    @TheRideshareHub 5 років тому +1

    THANK YOU SCOTTY!

  • @DanteRoyall
    @DanteRoyall 5 років тому

    Dude you're a freaking psychic....I'm literally about to join. I had recent car trouble and show me I might need a tow in the future.

  • @25ayda
    @25ayda 5 років тому

    Happy Fathers Day Scotty. More years of good health.God Bless you and your family, Hope your children treat you or call you on this very special Father’s Day . 🌹🌹🌹🙏🙏🙏

  • @truthandlove0
    @truthandlove0 5 років тому

    Once my car broke down (94 Corolla transmission went bad in 2015), called AAA on the phone to sign up and immediately requested a tow. $100 tow which is much better than Joe-Rip-Ya-Off $300 tow. Plus all the AAA perks.

  • @DaddyFutbol
    @DaddyFutbol 5 років тому +1

    As for AAA, I was a battery Unit and yes AAA does rip people off. We get commission on batteries. Warranties were $5 and battery sale $10. I know 2 guys who would sell daily like fresh bread and pissed us honest guys off because we would only do it when it needed it. Sometimes would tell them if they had Costco it's cheaper.

  • @mariannorton4161
    @mariannorton4161 5 років тому +1

    A question on Toyota engines. My son says to get a 22 RE 4 cylinder or a 3.0 V 6. That said, I'm looking at a 4 runner with a v 8. All comment are welcome.

  • @wwood23
    @wwood23 5 років тому +4

    You can get roadside assistance through your cell phone carrier for $3-$5 a month. Has been a life saver for me on multiple occasions because car insurance companies charge way too much for it

    • @Qikezolosuwe
      @Qikezolosuwe 5 років тому

      That's the same as triple a. It's about 60 a year.

  • @anotherdave5107
    @anotherdave5107 5 років тому

    In Western MA, the standard AAA membership gets you a 4 mile tow and 6 calls a yr if I remember correctly. You better not break down on a highway unless you're rich due to tow fees.

  • @overthrone3494
    @overthrone3494 3 роки тому +3

    You can make a AAA membership pay for itself just with the savings at NAPA or safelite if you have routine maintenance or repairs to do. Also had to call pop a lock to unlock my car recently. It was only $50 but for about that same amount the classic AAA plan includes car unlocks I believe

    • @eternalbeing3339
      @eternalbeing3339 Рік тому

      You save on parts at napa? I buy alot of things for my cars. What is the discount?

  • @adcolt54
    @adcolt54 5 років тому

    AAA doesn't always work. Several years ago, my car needed a battery jump. It was -10 and snowing and I had to gt to work. I called AAA and they would get there as soon as possible, they were very busy due to the weather conditions. 90 minutes later, a tow truck shows up and I present him the card. He said he doesn't do cards, he wants cash, $50. I was in a spot so I agreed. After we got the car started, he was getting ready to leave. I stopped him and asked for a receipt. He said he doesn't do receipts and left.

  • @turtletoast3087
    @turtletoast3087 5 років тому

    I live in Katy and we just got a huge rainstorm. Currently watching this while the rest blows out. 2:09 you're so right

  • @tiaoraitbg2347
    @tiaoraitbg2347 5 років тому

    AAA helped me out today, old battery, needed to go get it replaced, couldn't start it, took them about 20 minutes to get to me, but jumping my car was free. No skin off my nose

  • @viperBSG
    @viperBSG 5 років тому

    Own a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac high miles (obviously. AAA saved me many times with this old SUT. Love the truck but she is way past her best years. AAA is in my speed dial.

  • @jorgiep09
    @jorgiep09 5 років тому

    Disconnect the batt and cross the cables on vehicle without batt connected , that will reset the computer and may work ,I did to my 2008 Taurus and work perfect ,no sensors replaced ,no rebuild,no scam ,simple computer reset

  • @chevyboss97
    @chevyboss97 5 років тому

    My friend turned me into AAA paid $80 a year and have 4-200 mile tows for the year. When you need it it's there. I spend more on food in a day than this tow for a year. Makes complete sense.

  • @emissaryrocks
    @emissaryrocks 5 років тому

    My Ford Explorer only had Park and reverse. It WAS NOT the transmission. It was a missing Torx bolt in the shifter linkage.

  • @kurtzimmerman1637
    @kurtzimmerman1637 5 років тому

    I got aaa plus for my 01 mercury grand marquis. $88 a year with a 100 mile coverage zone from my house. $35 for any tow. Cant beat the price. 🔧

  • @bdpopeye
    @bdpopeye 5 років тому

    Triple A is awesome. We've had them now for about eight years. They are well worth the once a year fee of $126 bucks American.

  • @Dlow-kc6jv
    @Dlow-kc6jv 5 років тому +1

    Happy fathers day Scotty. Thanks for all that you educate us with.

  • @btm380
    @btm380 5 років тому

    I have a 45 mile commute each way. I have the AAA extra plan which includes up to 100 miles of towing.

  • @19thunderball57
    @19thunderball57 5 років тому

    I'm paying $136 per year for AAA plus, they've saved me a lot of money and headaches over the years. I'm with Sprint and get 10% off my monthly bill as a AAA member, so it pretty much pays for itself.

  • @gam3kid
    @gam3kid 5 років тому +2

    I was a AAA member. Until they decided an accident I was involved in with a person who had AAA insurance was not there fault but mine, despite what the Sheriff said. So I will NEVER EVER give money to AAA again because that is my American right

  • @keithmatthews4441
    @keithmatthews4441 5 років тому

    Scotty is the only person on UA-cam that can upload a 10 minute video every 5 minutes.

  • @garthlocklin6355
    @garthlocklin6355 5 років тому

    AAA is the Best! I never thought about them until I got a job driving a tow truck in '93; back then they had unlimited towing! The boss would gyp them on the miles and the customers were always angry and thankless! Even if I made it to them in 1/2 hour they'd be yelling at me; "Hey! It isn't my fault your POS car broke, stop yelling at me or I'm gonna leave you here!" 6 months later I quit and had an auto detailing shop. I would buy 2 -4 cars a month and get them towed to my shop or a used car dealer who I worked with; it was a win-win for a few years. These days I think your limited to 4 tow's a year but most cars don't break down these days as often unless they are very old.

  • @sideshowbob1544
    @sideshowbob1544 5 років тому

    A friend of mine has a body shop, he said he's seen those large subwoofers pop the spot welds on the car body. Yeah I bet it's great for your hearing too!

  • @delorestaylor8114
    @delorestaylor8114 5 років тому

    My sweetheart bought me a AAA membership for a Valentine's gift this year, best sweetie surprise ever! PS- The giver is the best sweetie!

  • @jbarker98420
    @jbarker98420 5 років тому +1

    New intro is fire

  • @errornull390
    @errornull390 5 років тому +2

    Also triple AAA let me know that when tow trucks see cars broken down on the side of the road they will pretend that they will be the people you called
    Happened to me seconds after that phone call with me calling a AAA tow.. TALK ABOUT THIS SCOTTY!!

    • @JW...-oj5iw
      @JW...-oj5iw 5 років тому

      Andrew Adricatico ... I have had more than one person come up to me to tell me where their car is, even though I was parked and obviously not searching for anyone's car. They see a tow truck in the same parking lot and assume it's for them. If I responded to their actions by towing their car, the onus is on them to pay our charges. Of course, I am courteous to the other driver and explain to the customer that I'm not the droid they're looking for. The last time it happened, I asked what company was coming to them. When I heard who it was, I explained that their trucks were all white, unlike my jet black beauty. Of course I don't respect their company. Crappy Iranians.

  • @LoiusFremont
    @LoiusFremont 5 років тому

    I just used my AAA yesterday - I am platinum member and it more than pays for itself every year.

  • @denniswhite166
    @denniswhite166 5 років тому +1

    If you're a senior citizen driving an older car I would highly recommend AAA.

  • @tedmich
    @tedmich 5 років тому

    Wow that new "Rev up your engines" intro! Makes me feel like I'm having a "flashback"!

  • @20alphabet
    @20alphabet 5 років тому +23

    Auto Club insurance is waaaaay overpriced.
    The Premium membership is a value, but not
    the auto insurance.

    • @alfredvalrie5541
      @alfredvalrie5541 5 років тому +1

      20alphabet good point, Scotty’s not differentiating between the insurance and the auto club

    • @20alphabet
      @20alphabet 5 років тому

      @@thesparkster
      I've used it for people without
      even being a passenger.

  • @thatguy1919
    @thatguy1919 5 років тому +5

    AAA has been good to me in the past although I was in a car accident recently and they wouldn’t tow me JUST because there was some shattered glass, just be aware of there policies because they can and will screw you.

  • @TheMichael408
    @TheMichael408 5 років тому

    Nice intro Scotty, you really upgraded

  • @RayT70
    @RayT70 5 років тому +2

    ❤🙏👍
    Why not just get road side assistance on insurance policy?

    • @BenSuave
      @BenSuave 5 років тому

      Typically roadside service on most insurance policies are a reimbursement. That means you still need to contact your own tow service, pay for it, then submit the bill to your insurance and they will reimburse you $50-$75. If you're stranded somewhere at night or on a hot day, how does that really help you lol

    • @RayT70
      @RayT70 5 років тому

      @@BenSuave
      You should shop around.

    • @BenSuave
      @BenSuave 5 років тому

      @@RayT70 not all do that, most do typically tho. I'm an insurance agent

  • @michaelelliott289
    @michaelelliott289 5 років тому +1

    I see you Scotty, still love your videos. Keep em coming. 101st and ect. for life. 😎

  • @97TRAKIN
    @97TRAKIN 5 років тому +6

    USAA insurance's included towing is pretty good. I looked at AAA, but the services paralleled those available from USAA, so I just adjusted my coverage to match.

  • @haa1774
    @haa1774 5 років тому

    I love my AAA. I have used it 3x. Saved $1500 total. More than I have paid into it!

  • @kenleppek
    @kenleppek 5 років тому

    With the brakelight problem....I've found typically it's the turn signal (multi function) switch. The brakelight switch sends current directly to the high mount brake light and current to your main brakelight is typically circuited from the brakelight switch to the turn signal switch then to the brake lights. This is particularly common on GM vehicles.

  • @davide.s.9880
    @davide.s.9880 5 років тому

    That guy that asked about speakers and a sub woofer in your car. Don't you need to hear the traffic and pedestrians while you're driving. Save your money and put into a good two channel system for you room / home. To listen and enjoy your music and system you need to sit down and just do that. Not driving , working, home work or anything but listen to the music. When you're driving a standard factory sound system is good enough it will just be back ground noise anyway. All this depends on what your taste in music is also. If you like crappy music then do what you want.

  • @noturbo
    @noturbo 5 років тому +1

    Q.what do you call a dog underwater? A. a sub-woofer

  • @CHIN0BEER
    @CHIN0BEER 5 років тому

    AAA car insurance is highly rated but it's different from their towing service. Even though you must have a membership to purchase the car insurance, you don't need the insurance for towing, just the membership.
    Even though AAA insurance premiums tend to be on the expensive side, they pay back dividends at the end of the year because they technically operate as a non- profit.

  • @DJRayBoston
    @DJRayBoston 5 років тому

    Wow, that new intro made my mind explode! Wasn't ready for it.

  • @galiothknight2825
    @galiothknight2825 5 років тому +1

    Scotty I bought a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon for 400 and got it fixed for 350 it's my first car

  • @liveuntetheredmusepodcast4832
    @liveuntetheredmusepodcast4832 5 років тому

    Michigan tow truck company charged me $400, for literally 1.5 mile trip! Investigating this, Michigan tow drivers are allowed to charge whatever they feel like! Ridiculous! "Michigan screws you on the roads, the tows, and of course CAR INSURANCE!"

  • @javierrodriguez6779
    @javierrodriguez6779 5 років тому

    AAA a must for a vehicle owner, great value.

  • @CaliLowRiderBikes007
    @CaliLowRiderBikes007 5 років тому +3

    Audi Scotty I work for a company in Santa Cruz California we work with AAA and yes the prices are set you got four calls per year that includes Battery Service love you videos keep it on strong

  • @LiamMcBride
    @LiamMcBride 5 років тому +11

    Scotty keep up the good work, keep on spreading the truth about cars!