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North Penn<strong>Member</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong>AutomotiveFinancial Services • InsuranceSafety and Education • TravelShow Your Card & Save ®<strong>AAA</strong>.com


Automotive and Emergency..........................3-5Emergency Road Services; Road Service Network;Emergency Repair Check Acceptance; Legal Adviceand Help; Trip Continuance; Guaranteed Arrest Bond& $5,000 Bail Bond; Auto Theft Protection; $100Emergency Check Cashing; Approved Auto RepairDear <strong>Member</strong>,Welcome to <strong>AAA</strong><strong>Member</strong>shipAs an <strong>AAA</strong> member, you belong to one of thelargest organizations in the world. <strong>AAA</strong> has servedmembers since 1902, and our number one prioritycontinues to be high-quality, personal service.Today, there are more than 50 million membersserved at over 1,000 offices in the U.S. and Canada.<strong>AAA</strong> membership is an excellent value.<strong>Member</strong>ship provides automotive and emergencyservices, complete travel planning, top qualityinsurance and financial services and Show YourCard & Save ® discounts. <strong>AAA</strong> gives you safety,security, peace of mind, convenience and savingswherever you live, wherever you work and whereveryou travel. It pays to belong!The <strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong> Benefit Guide is intended tohelp you take full advantage of your membership.Read it over, then keep it handy for easy referenceany time you have a question about benefits.Thank you for the opportunity to serve you inthe years ahead.Sincerely,Glenn T. SmithPresident/CEOTravel/License & Title/Tickets........................6-7Personal Travel Planning; Maps & TripTiks ® ; TourBook ® /CampBook ® Guides; License & Titling Services; NotaryPublic; Discount Theme Park/Ski/Movie Tickets; <strong>AAA</strong>Travel Stores; <strong>AAA</strong> Visa Travel Money; Additional ServicesTravel Agency....................................................8-9Group Cruises & Tours; Customized Tours; DisneyVacation Packages; Hertz Rental Cars; HotelReservations; Travel Insurance; Passport Photo Service;International Driving PermitsFinancial.............................................................. 10<strong>AAA</strong> Credit Cards; CD, Money Market and CD IRA,Accounts through Discover Bank, <strong>Member</strong> FDICFamily and Service Level Add-Ons............... 11-12Associate <strong>Member</strong>s; <strong>AAA</strong> Plus ® Extended Benefits;<strong>AAA</strong> Plus RV ® for Special VehiclesInsurance.......................................................13-14Auto, Home, Life, Personal Accident, AccidentIndemnity RiderPublic & Government Affairs........................... 14Government Affairs, Traffic Safety, Public Affairs,Highways, LegislationShow Your Card & Save ® .............................15-16Local Partners; Save on Hotels; Save on Rentals; Saveon Entertainment; Save on ShoppingEmergency Road Service................................. 16-20Eligible Vehicles; Emergency Services; Scope ofService; What is Not Covered; Weather Emergencies;How to Obtain Emergency Road Service; AlternateService; Excessive Use; Supernumber<strong>AAA</strong> Offices to Serve You................................. 21Benefit Updates ................................................ 22<strong>AAA</strong> NEWS; Website; Look for <strong>AAA</strong> in White Pages;Traffic Safety12


nances. The Club goes beyond simply discussing thesematters with our members, by providing competentlegal help through established local attorneys. <strong>AAA</strong> Plusprovides up to $1,500 in legal reimbursement based onpublished schedules and restrictions.Automotive and Emergency<strong>AAA</strong> membership covers the individual listed onthe card and is non-transferable. The member willreceive service in any vehicle he or she drives, is apassenger in or rents.Emergency Road ServiceSeven days a week, 24 hours a day, <strong>AAA</strong> helps whenyour vehicle suddenly won’t run. <strong>AAA</strong> has 35,000contract emergency units, 1000 offices in the USand Canada, seven emergency services.1. Mechanical Adjustments2. Battery Boost3. Flat Tire4. Fuel Delivery5. Lockout Service6. Extrication/Winching7. TowingSee Emergency Road Service Guidelines, pages 16,for details of these services.Trip ContinuanceAn auto accident 100 miles or more away from homecan ruin vacation or travel plans. Although your clubcannot prevent an accident from happening, it canprovide reimbursement of up to $100.00 for alternatetransportation or meals and lodging while you arewaiting for your vehicle to be repaired. This benefitapplies to a maximum of 72 hours from the time ofthe accident when your trip has been delayed morethan 24 hours. Please contact the club for full details.<strong>AAA</strong> Plus extends this benefit up to $700.Guaranteed Arrest Bond & $5,000 Bail Bond<strong>AAA</strong> membership includes bail bond protection for upto $5,000.00 for most violations or offenses relatedto a motor vehicle law or ordinance. (Please note:Certain charges such as driving under the influenceof alcohol, drugs or narcotics are not covered underthis benefit. Specific details of the bail bond coverageare outlined on the reverse side of your membershipcard.) For amounts up to $1,000.00, the authoritieswill accept your membership card in lieu of requiringa bonding agent to appear in your behalf, exceptin states where the law requires the posting of a cashbond. For amounts over $1,000.00, <strong>AAA</strong> officialsacross the country stand ready to post bond for you.Road Service Network<strong>AAA</strong> is one phone call away. Local and toll-freenumbers are on your <strong>AAA</strong> card. When you call “<strong>AAA</strong>Help,” your call goes to the closest dispatch center.You know help is on the way!Emergency Repair Check AcceptanceYour personal check for up to at least $250.00 willbe accepted by any independent contract facilityproviding emergency road services or repairs for<strong>AAA</strong> members. A valid membership card must bepresented at the time of payment. Name on thecheck must match the member name.Legal Advice and HelpIn cases of motor vehicle accidents, <strong>AAA</strong> offers advice onmember’s rights, duties and liabilities, as well as allegedviolations of the State Vehicle Code or local traffic ordi-3 4


Auto Theft ProtectionAs a part of your membership you receive protectionfor your automobile in the form of a $500 rewardsticker. This sticker, when placed in a conspicuouslocation on your automobile, informs would-bethieves that the world’s largest motoring organizationwill pay for information leading to the arrestand conviction of anyone stealing your vehicle andacts as a deterrent to such theft. (Claims must besubmitted within 60 days of conviction. Law enforcementofficers, the member, and the member’sfamily are ineligible to receive the reward.) <strong>AAA</strong> Plusextends this benefit up to $2,000.$100.00 Emergency Check CashingEver try to cash a check in a strange town? Thenyou’ll appreciate what a help <strong>AAA</strong>’s EmergencyCheck Cashing Service can be. Most <strong>AAA</strong> officesaround the country will cash a check for you-up to$100.00-with just your <strong>Member</strong>ship Card and othersuitable identification.<strong>AAA</strong> Approved Auto RepairWhen your vehicle(s) need servicing, you canbe assured of quality service and workmanshipat a fair price because <strong>AAA</strong> approves only thosefacilities with high standards and proven trackrecords. <strong>AAA</strong> Approved Auto Repair facilitieshave agreed to abide by <strong>AAA</strong> arbitration. If youhave a problem or dispute between you and the<strong>AAA</strong> Approved Auto Repair facility, you can relyon <strong>AAA</strong> to step in and resolve the problem ordispute. Your <strong>AAA</strong> Approved Auto Repair representativecan be reached at 1-888-627-9227.Travel/License & Title/TicketsPersonal Travel PlanningSpecially trained travel counselorspersonalize your travel informationby planning your route, sightseeingexcursions and accommodations.We provide you with the most comprehensivedriving package available.Maps & TripTiks ®<strong>AAA</strong>’s highly rated exclusive TripTik ® system givesyou a complete personalized routing of yourtrip. <strong>AAA</strong> city, region and state maps are the mostdetailed available. Call us, or visit www.<strong>AAA</strong>.comwhere you can create and print your own triptik inthe comfort of your home.TourBook ® / CampBook ® GuidesThese valuable books, amongthe most informative available,list points of interest, approvedrestaurants and accommodationsthrough the United States, Canadaand Mexico. The books also listover 2,000 major attractions, whichoffer discounts to <strong>AAA</strong> members.License & Titling Services<strong>AAA</strong> North Penn provides Authorized On-LinePennDOT services at all nine of our office locations.We will be happy to assist you with our immediatedriver’s license and car registration renewal services.As an issuer of temporary tags, our titling servicesare provided by PennDOT certified counselors. Stateand service fees apply.Notary PublicA free notary service is available to members formost documents. However, a clerical fee may applyfor more detailed documents. (Please note that,like all other <strong>AAA</strong> services, notary public serviceis limited to the member whose name appears onthe membership card. The member must appear inperson with identification when notarizing alldocuments.)5 6


Discount Theme Park/Ski/Movie TicketsPurchase your theme park, ski, and movie tickets at <strong>AAA</strong>North Penn offices and save money. Not only do youenjoy great discounts, you avoid the hassle of waiting inlong lines. Visit exciting places like Disney, UniversalStudios, Sea World, Hershey Park, to name a few. Visitwww.<strong>AAA</strong>.com for a list of additional theme parks andenjoy great savings. Tickets are non-refundable.<strong>AAA</strong> Travel StoresNot only can you Travel With Someone You Trust,now you can shop with us too! Purchase luggageand bags, travel accessories, auto accessories andmany other travel items that take the stress out oftraveling. All travel store items are priced to provide“<strong>AAA</strong> member discounts”. Remember <strong>AAA</strong> forall your travel needs.<strong>AAA</strong> Visa Travel MoneyConsult <strong>AAA</strong> for your travel money needs and knowbefore you go! Whether it’s <strong>AAA</strong> Visa (no fee) TravelersCheques in U.S., Euro, Canadian, and BritishPound Sterling or foreign bank notes in over 100different currencies. <strong>AAA</strong> Gift Cheques are alsoavailable in various denominations. <strong>AAA</strong> Visa TravelMoney Card can be used at any VISA merchants thataccept debit cards and VISA ATM’s to withdraw yourtravel funds when and where you need them. <strong>AAA</strong>has the answer with Visa Travel Money, call us orvisit www.aaa.com for Travel Money On Line.<strong>AAA</strong> Gift CardFinding the perfect gift doesn’t have to be difficult–the <strong>AAA</strong> Gift Card can be used like cash everywherethat VISA ® is accepted. Let your friends and familyuse the <strong>AAA</strong> Gift Card to choose what they reallywant. Purchase in any dollar amount at your nearest<strong>AAA</strong> office or at www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com.Additional ServicesAffidavit of Whereabouts.<strong>AAA</strong> Travel AgencyTravel Agency Services -Special member benefitsand <strong>AAA</strong> Travel Agency resources offer the mostcomplete travel services available anywhere. Collectively,<strong>AAA</strong> clubs represent the largest travelorganization in the world, and you will find that ourexperience and relationship with all major travelsuppliers will make your trip more enjoyable. Onecall to <strong>AAA</strong> and our experienced counselors willarrange everything for you from airline, cruiseand tour packages to passport and visa assistance.Wherever and however you travel, we know yourway around to get the most for your travel dollars!Group Cruises & ToursOur Group Travel Department offers group cruisesand tours within the United States and throughoutthe world. Theses programs represent specialdiscounted group rates.Customized ToursWe can also customize group travel arrangementsfor your school or church group, club or civicorganization, or any group or individual interestedin traveling together. We can arrange group travelby plane, motor coach, or cruise ship to virtuallyanywhere in the world.Disney Vacation Packages<strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong>s receive exclusive <strong>AAA</strong> vacation benefitswhen booking an <strong>AAA</strong> Disney Vacation Package.Call your local <strong>AAA</strong> Travel Agency office for details.7 8


Hertz Rental Car<strong>AAA</strong> members are entitled to special discounts onrental cars from Hertz-the world’s largest car rentalcompany. All you need is your current membershipcard and a special Hertz discount card, whichis available from the club office. To take advantageof these discounts, just call <strong>AAA</strong> Travel Agency. Ourtravel counselors will make your car rental reservationsfor you along with your other travel plans.Hotel Reservations/Park n’ FlyWherever in the country you travel, let <strong>AAA</strong> assistyou in making hotel reservations. Don’t forget, aaa.com is open 24/7 to assist you when we’re not herein person. You can book hotels, air reservations andcar rental by simply clicking.Take the stress out of traveling- let our trainedcounselors book your pre-night stay when flyingto your destination. Park your car for free withyour overnight stay at an airport-area hotel and letthe hotel shuttle you to the airport. Call today forreservations!Travel InsuranceWhether you are traveling across the country oraround the world, your Club offers optional tripcancellation, travel accident, and hospitalizationcoverages. Before leaving on your next trip,whether it is by auto, plane, train, bus or ship, checkwith the club for the low rates which are available toprotect you and your loved ones while traveling.Passport Photo ServiceInstant passport photo service is available at <strong>AAA</strong>offices during normal business hours. No appointmentsare necessary and members will receivecolor photos, which are valid for both passports andinternational driving permits.International Driving PermitsYour <strong>AAA</strong> club has been appointed as the onlyofficial outlet for both International and InterAmericanDriving Permits. In order to secure anIDP, any operator over the age of eighteen may fillout an application available at the club office, showevidence of a valid driver’s license from any state inthe United States and provide two recent passportsize photos.Financial<strong>AAA</strong> Visa Credit CardIntroducing theNew <strong>AAA</strong> WorldPoints TMCredit Card APPLY NOWCredit cards that work for you! Earn points towardcash, airline tickets, brand-name merchandise andgift cards with the <strong>AAA</strong> WorldPoints PlatinumPlus ® Visa ® credit card or get up to a 5% rebate onall your gas purchases made at the pump with the<strong>AAA</strong> Platinum Plus ® Visa ® credit card... A BetterWay to Pay. Check www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com for your financialservices needs.<strong>AAA</strong>/Discover Bank Deposit ProgramCertificates of Deposit (CD) , Money Market andCD IRA Accounts, , are available through ourpartnership with Discover Bank. The <strong>AAA</strong> CD isconsistently ranked among the best nationwide. Nominimum opening deposit. CD terms from 3 to 120months.Bank with confidenceAccounts are FDIC-insured up to applicable limits.In business for over 95 years, Discover Bank is partof Discover Financial Services – one of the mostrecognized financial services providers in the U.S.Special MEMBER benefits include:• Exclusive, member-only rates that consistentlybeat the national bank average;• No minimum required to open a CD, IRA orMoney Market account (Money Market Accountsrequire a minimum balance of $1,500 after 60days);• Quick account set-up by phone, mail or online;• Easy and secure access to your accountinformation via <strong>AAA</strong>.com/deposits.Discover the <strong>AAA</strong> difference in high-yield savingsaccounts. Call 1-888-728-3230 or go online to <strong>AAA</strong>.com/deposits for more information.9 10


Benefits at <strong>AAA</strong> Service LevelsTowingTrip ContinuanceFuel DeliveryEmergencyExtricationUp to 3 miles frombreakdown or toresponding <strong>AAA</strong> stationUp to $100 expensesFree delivery,fuel at costOne service vehicle anddriverUp to 100 miles frombreakdownProvides up to $700 forpersonal expensesDelivery and a sufficientsupply of fuel are freeenabling you to reach thenearest service station.A second service vehicleand driverVehicle Theft RewardNon-<strong>AAA</strong> EmergencyRoad ServiceLock & Key ServiceLegal FeeReimbursement$500Reimbursement atprevailing commercialrates for basic servicesif <strong>AAA</strong> is not availableUp to $50 for service forlocksmith, if keys arelost, broken or lockedinside the vehicleFree legal advice$2,000Reimbursement atprevailing commercialrates for covered servicesobtained from commercialfacility nearest thebreakdown if <strong>AAA</strong> is notavailableUp to $100 for partsand laborUp to $1,500 forspecified legal feesFamily and Service Level Add-Ons<strong>AAA</strong> AssociatesProtect every driver in your family with associatemembership at reduced dues. Associates receive full<strong>AAA</strong> service and protection. An associate can be aprimary member’s spouse or dependent child underage 25 (living at home). Contact your local office forassociate member pricing<strong>AAA</strong> Plus extended benefitsIf you make frequent trips more than 100 milesfrom home, you can extend benefits by adding <strong>AAA</strong>Plus for moreprotection andsavings. Contact yourlocal office for <strong>AAA</strong> Pluspricing. <strong>AAA</strong> Plus is availableupon membership renewal only.<strong>AAA</strong> Plus RV for special vehiclesGet full basic and Plus extended benefits formotor homes, pickup trucks with campers,travel trailers and motorcycles, including theuse of special equipment. For one low annual fee,<strong>AAA</strong> Plus RV can be added to cover all members onyour <strong>AAA</strong> Plus membership.11 121112


InsuranceAuto InsuranceNow, more than ever before, you can enjoy unprecedented<strong>Member</strong> savings on the cost of your carinsurance when you are insured with <strong>AAA</strong>. With ourexciting, new <strong>Member</strong>s Loyalty Discount Program,<strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong>s can save up to 5% and as much as20%, depending on how many years you’ve been an<strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong>. You can obtain a quote by visiting ourScranton, S. Williamsport, or Stroudsburg offices orby requesting a quote online at www.<strong>AAA</strong>.comHome InsuranceContact us for all your Home Insurance needs &protect your largest investment. Home/Renter/CondoCoverages include: Personal property, contents& loss of use. Claims for injuries or damage thattake place on the premises. Off premises injuriesto others, that may be the fault of a resident or pet.Attorney fees & medical expenses for covered losses.Umbrella coverages are also available. By combiningyour Auto and Home Insurance policies you mayqualify for additional discounts.* Policies are issued by <strong>AAA</strong> Mid-Atlantic InsuranceCompany and Keystone Insurance Company,Wilmington DE, and are not available to allPennsylvania drivers or all <strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong>s. Allapplicants must be individually underwritten andsome applicants may not qualify for coverage ordiscounts.Life Insurance<strong>AAA</strong> has been providing peace of mind on the roadfor its members since 1900. Now, with term lifeinsurance from <strong>AAA</strong> Life Insurance Company, we canoffer you that same peace of mind wherever life takesyou. Get a free, no-obligation quote onwww.<strong>AAA</strong>.com for our low-cost term life insurance.Personal Accident InsuranceClub members are automatically covered by a PersonalAccident Insurance Policy issued by the <strong>AAA</strong>Life Insurance Company. This insurance provideslimited worldwide protection against many traveland pedestrian accidents. Coverage applies to themember whose name is on the membership card;it is provided at no extra charge. Benefits are paidregardless of any other insurance you might havefor as long as you are a <strong>AAA</strong> member. Death anddismemberment benefits increase in value with eachannual membership renewal during the early years.Accident Indemnity RiderYou can add this optional coverage for $5.00 per year.If a benefit is received from the Personal AccidentInsurance, you will receive an additional $500.00.Public & Government AffairsGovernment AffairsSince 1902, <strong>AAA</strong> has supported motorists’ interests.<strong>AAA</strong> monitors local, state and federal legislativeactivity and lobbies for motorists’ rights at all levels.Traffic Safety<strong>AAA</strong> clubs support the <strong>AAA</strong> Traffic Safety Foundationsafety research and education programs. School SafetyPatrol; DIP, the mature driver improvement educationprogram; the School Safety Poster Contest; andpedestrian safety are on-going programs clubs conductto enhance safety in the communities we serve.Public AffairsYour <strong>AAA</strong> club works with other <strong>AAA</strong> clubs inPennsylvania and with National <strong>AAA</strong> in Florida toinsure that the best interests of the motoring publicare represented before the state and nationallegislative bodies.HighwaysThe building and improvement of the nation’shighways has been one of <strong>AAA</strong>’s primary goals sinceit began in 1902. <strong>AAA</strong> is dedicated to the principlethat highway user taxes should be used only for theacquisition of rights-of-way and the construction ofhighways, and that these taxes should not be divertedto other purposes. Your Club works with state and localofficials in an effort to put user tax dollars to workwisely and efficiently.LegislationIn our modern society only organized groups seem toget full recognition of their problems and pointsof view, and the voice of the motorists is <strong>AAA</strong>. Sinceits beginning in 1902, <strong>AAA</strong> has protected the rights ofmotorists from unfair and discriminatory legislationand has worked to assure appropriate use of motoriststax dollars and to support all legislation benefitingtravelers.13 14


Show Your Card & Save ®Show your <strong>AAA</strong> membershipcard for discounts and savingson many regular purchases.Look for the sign at manyparticipating businesses nearhome or away while travelling.Your savings can be substantial even in thehundreds of dollars a year!aaa.com/saveLocal PartnersMany local businesses in Northeast and North CentralPa. offer discounts to <strong>AAA</strong> North Penn members who‘show their card.’ From auto parts stores to golf courses,from cleaners to jewelers, from garden centers to fitnesscenters, there are all types of businesses that are willingto give you a discount because you are a <strong>AAA</strong> member.To find out which businesses are participating get anup to date list at any of our 9 offices or check the latestissue of <strong>AAA</strong> NEWS or log on to www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com.Save on HotelsSave as much as 20% at Choice Hotels International.Get guaranteed lowest rates and satisfaction at HiltonHotels & Resorts, Hyatt Hotels, Marriott Hotels &Resorts, La Quinta Inn, and Hampton Inn & Suites.Once again for a more complete and up to date list ofhotels log on to www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com, look under ‘Savingsacross the country’ determine where you are travellingand then click on ‘lodging’ or call 1-866-<strong>AAA</strong>-SAVE.Save on RentalsGet exclusive <strong>AAA</strong> savings on Hertz car rentals; 12%on Penske and Hertz one way truck rentals and 10%off local rentals.Save on EntertainmentSave on Walt Disney World and Universal packages, onadmissions to Six Flags, Sea World Adventure Parks,Busch Gardens, Universal Studios Florida, SesamePlace, and other popular attractions. For your bestbuy, check your nearest <strong>AAA</strong> North Penn office foradvance-purchase tickets when available. Specialmember pricing on <strong>AAA</strong> Travel Store merchandise.Save on ShoppingSave money by showing your <strong>AAA</strong> membership cardat participating Show Your Card & Save ® vendorsincluding Circuit City, FTD, LensCrafters, NAPAAUTO PARTS, Reebok Outlet Stores, Shop AmericaVIP, Sirius Satellite Radio, Sunglass Hut, WatchWorld, Watch Station, Tanger Outlet Centers, &Wal-Mart Pharmacy. Call or stop in for more specificinformation. Special member pricing on <strong>AAA</strong> TravelStore merchandise.Emergency Road ServiceEmergency road service (ERS) is available 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week and is designed to assist you inan emergency when the vehicle you are either drivingor riding in becomes disabled. Your membershipcoverage applies to those emergency and towingservices listed in this brochure. <strong>AAA</strong> membership isonly valid for the member’s name that appear onthe card.Eligible VehiclesService applies to all properly licensed and inspectedfour-wheeled vehicles of the passenger, pleasure orrecreational type (vans, campers, and motor homes),if those services can be safely delivered. Dual wheelcampers/motor homes are eligible for all servicesexcept towing, extrication/winching and tire service(Optional PLUS-RV coverage is available.) Dualwheel unloaded pickup trucks are eligible for all servicesexcept tire service. Rented passenger vehiclesand commercial vehicles are eligible for service withthe exception of taxi cabs and limousines.Emergency ServicesThe following emergency services will be providedto place your vehicle in a driveable condition. Ifthese attempts are unsuccessful after a reasonableeffort by the service provider, the towing serviceprovision will apply.Mechanical AdjustmentsMinor/temporary adjustments will be made inan attempt to enable your vehicle to operatesafely under its own power.15 16


Battery BoostA battery boost will be provided in an attempt tostart your vehicle.Flat TireIf your vehicle’s spare is inflated and serviceable,it will be installed to replace a flat tire.Fuel DeliveryA limited supply of fuel will be delivered toyour disabled vehicle to enable you to reach thenearest open service station. Specific brands oroctane ratings cannot be promised. You will becharged the current pump price for the fuel. <strong>AAA</strong>Plus covers the cost of a limited supply of fuel.Lockout ServiceIf your keys are locked inside the vehicle, servicewill be sent to gain entrance. If your keysare lost, broken or the service provider cannotgain entrance to your vehicle, locksmith serviceor reimbursement for locksmith service up to$50.00 will be provided. <strong>AAA</strong> Plus extends up to$100.Extricating/WinchingYour vehicle will be extricated/winched when itcan be safely reached from a normally traveledor established thoroughfare. If special equipment,additional manpower or vehicles arerequired, the associated costs may be at yourexpense.Towing ServicesWhen your vehicle cannot be safely driven afterattempting any of the listed emergency services,your vehicle will be towed to the ERS facilityrendering the service, or up to three miles inany direction from the point of disablement atno charge. In instances when your vehicle becomesdisabled while towing a light duty trailer,service will be provided for the trailer (excludesfifth wheel trailers). You may be required to payfor trailer towing. <strong>AAA</strong> Plus provides up to 100miles of towing.Scope of ServiceUnder your membership, emergency road servicewill be provided without charge from the nearestavailable <strong>AAA</strong> contract facility. <strong>AAA</strong> covers YOU, notthe car. You’re protected in any car you happen tobe traveling in, whether it’s yours, your spouse’s, afriend’s or even a rental car. Your service call will includea trip to the disabled vehicle and a reasonableamount of time at the scene to make your vehicleoperable. We select ERS facilities for their ability tohandle service calls, but we cannot guarantee thatthese facilities will always have the parts and equipmentto make repairs.What is Not Covered■ Service on a vehicle that’s in a safe condition tobe driven.■ A second tow for the same disablement.■ Tire or mechanical repairs.■ Service when vehicle has been driven into anarea not regularly traveled or hazardous for aservice vehicle to reach.■ Service when the vehicle is snowbound. We donot hoist, winch, or shovel out of snow. Serviceis rendered only after the way is cleared.Weather EmergenciesDuring severe and extended storm periods whenall available garages and manpower are required toaid members whose cars are disabled on streets andhighways, the Club reserves the right to suspendor defer service to members whose cars are in aplace of safety, such as storage, parking lots, or in amember’s own driveway or garage.17 18


IN MOST AREAS, ERS FACILITIES ARE INDEPEN-DENT BUSINESSES AND ARE NOT EMPLOYEESOR AGENTS OF <strong>AAA</strong> OR ITS AFFILIATES. RE-SPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR UNSATIS-FACTORY WORKMANSHIP REMAINS WITH THEERS FACILITY PROVIDING THE SERVICE. THECLUB WILL ASSIST BY MEDIATING UNRESOLVEDISSUES.Excessive UseWhen individual members use Emergency RoadService excessively it is costly to all members. Thefollowing restrictions apply:How to Obtain Emergency Road ServiceLOCALLYPlease refer to the information printed on yourmembership card, consult your emergency roadservice listing, or check the white pages of the telephonebook under “<strong>AAA</strong>.”Wait with your vehicle, after placing the call, or ata place where you can see it. For your protection,<strong>AAA</strong> service is not provided unless you are with yourvehicle. In extenuating circumstances, an exceptionmay be made if prior arrangements have been madewith the Club.WHEN TRAVELINGIf outside of our eleven county area of Lackawanna,Lycoming, Bradford, Monroe, Pike, Potter, Sullivan,Susquehanna, Tioga, Wayne, and Wyoming, look inthe white pages of the telephone book under “<strong>AAA</strong>.”If you are unsure then call 1-800-<strong>AAA</strong>-HELP(222-4357).■ Each individual membership is allowed a maximumof four (4) calls in the membership year.■ <strong>AAA</strong> will still send service to a member who hasexceeded the maximum number of calls. Themember will be allowed to pay for the service ata discounted rate.■ The Club reserves the right to suspend serviceor cancel any membership of a member whocontinues to use the service excessively.Please address any comments to <strong>AAA</strong> North Penn,Emergency Road Service Department, 1035 N WashingtonAve, Scranton PA 18509.SupernumberSupernumber is a 24-hour toll-free number thatprovides access to emergency road services whenyou are traveling away from home. It is availablethroughout North America, around the clock. Whenyou are traveling outside of your club area and ifthere is no listing in the white pages for <strong>AAA</strong>, simplycall 1-800-<strong>AAA</strong>-HELP (222-4357).Alternate ServiceIf you have followed the procedure outlined toobtain emergency road service, and <strong>AAA</strong> service isnot available, you may obtain your own service, payfor it and submit the original receipt within 60 days.Reimbursement will be based on the prevailingcommercial rate for the region where the vehiclewas disabled. In instances where the <strong>AAA</strong> contractoraccess is legally restricted (toll roads, limited accesshighway), reimbursement for covered services willbe provided.19 20


Offices to Serve You<strong>AAA</strong> North Penn serves 11 counties:Bradford, Lackawanna, Lycoming, Monroe,Pike, Potter, Sullivan, Susquehanna,Tioga, Wayne, and WyomingBenefit Updates<strong>AAA</strong> NEWSYou receive six issues a year. This colorful,informative magazine covers automotive and travelrelatedsubjects, member benefits, and issues thatcould affect you as a motorist and traveler.SCRANTON1035 N Washington Ave,Scranton 18509Phone 570-348-2511M, Tu, W, F 9-5Th 9-7 Sat 9-1WILLIAMSPORT1 E 6th Ave, S. Williamsport17701Phone 570-323-8431Mon 8:30-8 Tue-Fri 8:30-5STROUDSBURGInternational Plaza Rt 611RR 14 Box 7495,Stroudsburg 18360Phone 570-421-2500Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-12CARBONDALE18 S Main St,Carbondale 18407Phone 570-282-1390Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-12WELLSBORO1 Queen St,Wellsboro 16901Phone 570-724-4134Mon-Fri 8:30-5TOWANDARR 6 Box 6041 Suite #3Towanda 18848Phone 570-265-6122Mon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-12TUNKHANNOCK208 W Tioga St,Tunkhannock 18657Phone 570-836-5104Mon-Fri 9-5MONTROSERt 706E, RR 7 Box 7132,Montrose 18801Phone 570-278-1552Mon-Fri 9-5WebsiteContact us at www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com for information onmember benefits and travel specials. You cancreate and print your own TripTik ® , order TripTik ®routings, browse online TourBook ® guides, checkmember prices on attraction tickets and makeairline, hotel, and car rental reservations.Look for <strong>AAA</strong> in the White PagesWhen you need to call a <strong>AAA</strong> office, whether you’retraveling or at home, check the business listings inthe white pages of the phone book under “<strong>AAA</strong>.”HONESDALE1126 Main St,Honesdale 18431Phone 570-253-0160We respect your privacy. <strong>AAA</strong>’s policy is not to rent or sellMon-Fri 9-5 Sat 9-12our member’s/customer’s information to anyone outside the<strong>AAA</strong> family of businesses and partners.We work toward making every experience with <strong>AAA</strong> valuablefor you. That’s why we provide you with offers we believe you800-982-4306would appreciate receiving. These offers might include travelprograms, special promotions of valuable products, or specialToll Free anywhere in Pennsylvaniamember only savings.However, we understand that you may prefer not to receivethese savings opportunities or offers. If you prefer not to receivethese types of communications, simply write to us with yourfull name, address and membership number to: <strong>AAA</strong> NorthPenn, Attn: <strong>Member</strong>ship Records, 1035 N. Washington Ave.,Scranton, PA 18509. (Allow six weeks for the suppressionto become effective). Note, you will continue to receive ourmonthly publication, “<strong>AAA</strong> NEWS.”21 22


Contact a local Club office or callthese toll-free numbers<strong>AAA</strong> <strong>Member</strong> Services800-982-4306http://www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com*Emergency Road Service348-2515 or 323-8431800-982-4306 rural in PA800-<strong>AAA</strong>-Help (800-222-4357)*www.<strong>AAA</strong>.com*Available 24 Hours<strong>AAA</strong> Visa Application by Phone800-523-7666<strong>AAA</strong> North Penn1035 N. Washington Ave.Scranton, PA 18509NP6052 10/08

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