ELECTRIC CAR BREAKDOWN COVER

Power to electric drivers

The UK’s number 1 breakdown provider, with electric vehicles and hybrids covered as standard

Rated four and a half stars on Trustpilot

Rated Great by our members on Trustpilot

*More electric-trained expert patrols than anyone else1

Our unique tech will get you quickly and safely to a rapid charge point

Unlimited call-outs2 as standard

Hybrid and electric vehicle cover from our expert mobile mechanics

Drive an electric vehicle or hybrid car? Our breakdown cover includes EV and hybrid vehicles, with no extra premium to pay. You'll be reassured to know that our trained experts are on hand to help you at the roadside if you break down. We'll come out whether you drive a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid or a battery electric vehicle.

  • Battery run out? We'll tow you to a charging point or your destination – whichever's nearer.
  • Our trusty mechanics are High Voltage Awareness trained – so you're in safe hands.
  • We'll repair all other faults as standard.

You can also find your nearest charging point with our handy app. Choose from more than 500 hook-ups, which can be filtered by connection type, to find the right one for your vehicle.

Buy breakdown cover today

It's quick and easy to cover your electric vehicle. Just buy online through the link below, and you'll enjoy all the standard features and benefits that come with our breakdown cover.

Get 40% off breakdown cover
Simply add At Home, National Recovery or Onward Travel by 7 May 2024.*

What our members say

Reported breakdown on the app

Reported breakdown on the app, was given an estimate of 45 minutes but the guy turned up within 15 minutes, diagnosed the fault and followed me to the nearest repair location. Excellent service all round!

Terry Faulkner

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Exclam 800black 3 Broken down?

Member or not, we can help. Call 24/7 on 03330 046 046

Member or not, we can help. Call us 24/7 on 03330 046 046

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Do I need special breakdown cover for an electric car?

No. Your breakdown cover with us includes electric and hybrid vehicles, not just petrol and diesel ones. That means you don't need a different policy if you drive an electric car.

All our mechanics are High Voltage Awareness trained, so they're fully qualified to take a look at electric car batteries. All other faults will be repaired as standard.

How much does hybrid and electric breakdown cover cost?

It doesn't cost any more than standard cover. Our policies cover traditional diesel and petrol vehicles as well as electric ones.

Our breakdown cover starts from just a few pounds a month, with different types of policies to suit you.

What should I do if my hybrid or electric vehicle breaks down?

Firstly, stay safe. Follow this link for safety steps: Breakdown Safety

Next, contact us so we can get help to you as quickly as possible.

  • You can use our app to let us know you've broken down and send us your location. Our tap and track feature lets you track the mechanic as he arrives at your car.
  • Share your location on our quick online form and we'll send a mechanic out to you.
  • Give us a call on 03330 046 046 to let us know you've broken down. We'll get you sorted.
Can an electric car be fixed at the roadside?

If your battery runs flat, we won't be able to fix it at the roadside. But we'll get you going again as quickly as possible by towing you to the nearest charging station. Once your car's had a charge, you'll be good to go.

For any other faults, we fix them as standard. If it's a flat tyre or a lost key, we can usually fix it there and then. In fact, we fix 8 out of 10 cars at the roadside, so you're in safe hands.

What happens if my electric car runs out of battery?

We'll tow you to the nearest charging station or to your destination - whichever's closer. Just contact us and we'll get you going again.

Download our handy app to make sure you don't run out of battery out the road. We've got more than 500 charging stations listed to help you find one nearby.

Can my electric car be towed to a charging point?

Yes. Let us know you've broken down and we'll send out one of our trusted mechanics to tow you to the nearest charging point.

Good to know
*40% off breakdown cover packages is only available when you take out a new Membership with At Home, National Recovery or Onward Travel on theAA.com

The sale starts on 22 April 2024 and ends at 11.59 pm on 7 May 2024. This introductory offer: (1) is only available online at theAA.com; (2) is for new AA breakdown customers only who are UK residents, and not existing AA breakdown members or at renewal; (3) only applies to the first year of your membership; (4) does not apply when only Roadside Assistance is purchased, or to Parts & Garage Cover; (5) is not available in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion or in a breakdown situation; and (6) is not valid and prices are subject to change if you hold your Breakdown membership in relation to a vehicle used to carry items or people for money, or if you are in material breach of any other terms of your Roadside Assistance policy. You can choose how your policy renews when you set up your cover. You’ll receive notice beforehand of the price of membership after the first 12 months, so you’ll have plenty of time to change or cancel your cover. There’s no cash alternative. The AA reserves the right to withdraw or alter this promotion without prior notice at any time.

1 More electric-trained expert patrols

All of our patrols are EV-trained. AA Annual Report 2023 (2,700 patrols) and RAC Class A Prospectus 2023 (1,750 patrols). Verify at theAA.com/Best


2 Unlimited call-outs

Repeat call-outs for the same fault within 28 days won't be covered. Your call-out levels may affect future renewals.


Terms and conditions apply.

AA Breakdown Cover is arranged by Automobile Association Insurance Services Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). You can check their register online. Registered office: Fanum House, Basing View, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 4EA. Registered in England and Wales number 2414212.

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