Personally, the festive season in Lesotho is an exciting period because it is a good time to connect with family and friends, some whom we have not seen in a while. The social calendar is usually also very busy with many amazing festivals and events to attend. We are expecting the roads to get busier over the next few weeks as more Basotho start to travel to different places across the country.
What we do not want during the festive season is for Basotho to experience ‘eish’ moments or get stuck in the middle of nowhere because a flat type or mechanical failures. This week’s article discusses the benefits of roadside assistance and why you should get covered.
What is roadside assistance?
Imagine leaving your home, getting into the car and embarking on a trip to your destination. A few minutes into the trip, you hit a pothole and damage two tyres. In a blink of an eye, you are stuck, stressed and the trip is delayed.
What if at a simple dial of a number or WhatsApp message, help comes your way?
Well, with roadside assistance, it is possible.
Roadside assistance is a service offered to motorists that provides them with help when they need it the most. Whether you have a flat tyre, issues with the battery or experiencing mechanical failures that require your car to be towed, you will get help if you have roadside assistance cover.
How do you get a cover?
In an article ‘Safety tips when driving and travelling in Lesotho during the festive season’ available on The Reporter’s website, I encouraged Basotho to get comprehensive car insurance. With this type of cover, you have roadside assistance cover that gives you access to the benefits mentioned above.
What are the benefits of roadside assistance?
With roadside assistance you will have peace of mind knowing that help is coming, especially when you get stuck in unfamiliar locations. Depending on the level of cover, the list below includes the benefits of roadside assistance, but is not limited to:
- Help you to change a flat tyre. If you do not know how to change it yourself, do not worry.
- Jumpstart your car if the battery is low or you run out of fuel.
- Towing services if you get stuck due to mechanical issues.
- Medical emergency response in the event of an accident.
- A friendly customer service consultant who will ensure you are not alone during the process and that you are always safe.
As you explore our beautiful country this festive season, make sure you have the right cover for peace of mind. To get cover, speak to your insurance broker for suitable options or visit www.allianceinsurance.co.ls for more information.
‘Ere tii, tii pote! Hahlaula naha ea haeno. Lesotho ke lapeng’
