GoShorty Breakdown Protection is an optional add-on you can purchase with your temporary insurance. It provides assistance if your vehicle breaks down during your insurance policy period.
In the event of a breakdown, this add-on can provide assistance including:
The cost of Breakdown Protection depends on the duration of your temporary insurance policy. You can find the exact price during the purchase journey.
Breakdown Protection may not cover certain situations, such as breakdowns caused by:
For a full list of exclusions, please refer to the Policy Wording.
No, GoShorty Breakdown Protection is an optional add-on. You can choose to purchase it for added peace of mind, or rely on your own breakdown service if you have one.
Unfortunately, Breakdown Protection cannot be added after you’ve purchased your temporary insurance policy. You can only add it while buying your GoShorty temporary insurance policy.
If your vehicle breaks down while you’re covered by GoShorty Breakdown Protection, call the 24 hour emergency number provided in your policy documents. They will arrange for recovery or repairs if authorised.
Breakdown Protection policies can be cancelled should you no longer require cover, however due to the short-term nature of the policy, no refund will be due should you wish to terminate cover after the policy has started.