{"id":126,"date":"2019-07-31T22:14:00","date_gmt":"2019-07-31T22:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sanborns.com\/blog\/?p=126"},"modified":"2025-02-10T16:07:54","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T16:07:54","slug":"who-to-call-if-you-have-a-wreck-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sanborns.com\/blog\/who-to-call-if-you-have-a-wreck-in-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Who to Call if You Have a Wreck in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<div class=\"c-section  \" >\r\n    <div class=\"o-wrapper o-wrapper--small\">\r\n        <div class=\"c-section__content\">\r\n\n\n        <div class=\"o-component s-cms-content\" id=\"acf-cms-content-block_61fdf6abae3806232b07376ad18dd510\">\r\n                       <p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">During a trip to Mexico, no one wants to have a car wreck or experience a breakdown. Still, you can\u2019t avoid the risk that a problem might happen at any moment. Therefore, you should at least have the reassurance that you might have help available to you and your family. Luckily, there are usually options available to you from your Mexican car insurance. Here\u2019s a bit more information.<\/p>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Alongside your insurance assistance, the Mexican government supports its own roadside assistance program. Therefore, you might have more than one resource at your disposal. As long as you know where to look, you can receive convenient benefits.<\/p>\n<h3 data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\">What to do When Problems Occur<\/h3>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">A car wreck, or a sudden breakdown, might occur during your Mexican road trip. Either case might seem scary. You might not be familiar with your local surroundings. You might face a bit of a language barrier. Therefore, you might not have a good idea of where to turn for help. The good news is, you probably do have help available right at your fingertips.<\/p>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">There are at least two benefits that might be able to come to your assistance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Your<strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">\u00a0Mexican car insurance\u00a0<\/strong>policy might offer roadside assistance and other benefits.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Mexico also supports a skilled, trustworthy roadside assistance service called the Green Angels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Depending on your immediate needs, don\u2019t hesitate to seek assistance. However, don\u2019t leave your car or belongings alone by the side of the road. Stay with the car, make sure everyone is safe, then, call the appropriate authorities if necessary.<\/p>\n<h3 data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\">Your Mexican Car Insurance Benefits<\/h3>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">All American drivers in Mexico must have car insurance. Mexican law requires all drivers, foreigners included, to have a policy. However, it does not recognize American car insurance policies as valid. Therefore, you must have only a Mexican-issued car insurance policy at the time you cross the border.<\/p>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Mexican car insurance policies can contain numerous benefits, like liability and collision insurance. However, it can also contain numerous protections for roadside and travel assistance, both during wrecks and during other, less-serious issues.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">Roadside Assistance: <\/strong>In this circumstance, you can get assistance rushed to your side in case your car has a breakdown on the side of the road. Mexican policies can often provide tire, battery, fuel and towing assistance.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">Travel Expense Protection:<\/strong>\u00a0If you have a wreck or other sudden loss, then you might have to take steps to return to the United States. Travel protection might pay for your plane tickets, emergency cash advances\u00a0and\u00a0additional protection to help you get back home.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">Rental Car Coverage:<\/strong>\u00a0Following car wrecks or other breakdowns, your policy can often provide reimbursement for a rental car to get you on your way again.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">Medical Coverage:<\/strong>\u00a0In case of a medical emergency during your travel, you might be able to get help covering costs like ambulance fees, certain medical equipment\u00a0and\u00a0related bills. Keep in mind, car insurance travel coverage might provide only limited assistance with medical bills and hospital services, so if you are interested in more-comprehensive medical protection, speak to your travel insurance agent.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">Legal Assistance:<\/strong>\u00a0Because of differences in Mexican law, there is a different process for determining fault in car wrecks. Therefore, if you are suspected of being at-fault, then you might face a temporary arrest and detainment by the police. This is a routine occurrence. Therefore, legal assistance provided by your Mexican car insurance can come into play. Policies can provide counsel, bail\u00a0and\u00a0settlements if necessary.<\/li>\n<li data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\"><strong data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\">U.S. Repair Options:<\/strong>\u00a0In case of a wreck, some policies can cover the costs of repairs to your vehicle if you want to have the repairs back in the States.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Keep in mind, all Mexico car insurance policies vary. Limits and restrictions will apply to the times when your policy will provide these respective services. Therefore, talk to your Sanborn\u2019s agent about the\u00a0most-essential\u00a0way to get the protection you deserve.<\/p>\n<h3 data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\">Don\u2019t forget to Check out the Green Angels<\/h3>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Besides your Mexican car insurance, you also might have the Mexican government\u2019s roadside assistance service to help you.<\/p>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">The Green\u00a0Angels,\u00a0also called the Angeles Verdes in Spanish, are a government-supported program that allows trained mechanics to travel Mexico\u2019s federal toll-road system. They are skilled, well-prepared and often bilingual. These mechanics are often just a phone call away. They can provide you with small mechanical work, gasoline or other essential services. This is also a free service, with the exception of perhaps a tip.<\/p>\n<p data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\" data-ada-not-tabbable=\"true\">Still, don\u2019t forget, you likely can have breakdown assistance available with the help of your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanborns.com\/mexico-auto-insurance\/\" data-ada-original-font-size=\"14\" data-ada-original-font-weight=\"400\">Mexican car insurance.<\/a>\u00a0You\u00a0therefore\u00a0shouldn\u2019t worry if you experience wrecks or other problems on your Mexican road trips. 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