AAA membership

What AAA dues actually buy: how many tows or service calls it takes to cover a year of membership, what longtime members wish they had known, and how it stacks up against a credit card's built in roadside assistance.

• Is AAA membership worth it? Yes, if you drive more than a few times a month.
• How many tows or service calls does it take for AAA to pay for itself? One tow a year usually covers it.
• What do AAA members wish they'd known before joining? The roadside service is the real value, not the discounts.

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