The Roadside Assistance That’s Free For Drivers on the Maine Turnpike

We've all been there. You're driving along the road and suddenly something unexpected happens with your vehicle. Lights come on the dashboard and you're pulling over to the shoulder with a little bit of panic in your stomach.

It's moments like those that have made roadside assistance programs incredibly popular for years in Maine. They've become so popular, that many major insurance companies and some car dealerships offer roadside assistance at no cost to their customers.

If you're someone who doesn't have that peace of mind, you do know. As long as you're traveling on the Maine Turnpike.

The Maine Turnpike Offers Free Limited Roadside Assistance For Motorists

According to the Maine Turnpike Authority, all motorists traveling on the Maine Turnpike have access to limited roadside assistance provided by Geico. Not every section of the Maine Turnpike is in the coverage area but most heavily-traveled spots are.

The limited roadside assistance offered includes:

• Changing flat tires
• Helping unlock your vehicle
• Jump starts for battery issues
• Assisting in moving broken down vehicles to the shoulder

How Do You Contact the Geico Safety Patrol if You Need Them?

Perhaps unknowingly to most drivers, you can call on the safety patrol simply by dialing #999 or 207-871-7701 on your phone. A dispatcher for the Maine Turnpike Authority will help you in gathering roadside assistance.

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The Maine Turnpike promises that roadside assistance from the safety patrol should arrive with 15 to 30 minutes of your call unless there are already multiple calls be assisted before yours.