Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market Size To Exceed USD 35.68 Billion By 2033
According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market Size is Expected to Grow from USD 21.48 Billion in 2023 to USD 35.68 Billion by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 5.21% during the forecast period 2023-2033.
Browse 210 market data Tables and 45 Figures spread through 190 Pages and in-depth TOC on the Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Service (Towing Services, Roadside Assistance, On-Site Repairs, Fuel Delivery, Tire Replacement, Battery Jump Start), By End User (Individual Consumers, Fleet Operators, Insurance Companies, Automobile Manufacturers), By Subscription Type (Pay-Per-Use, Subscription-Based), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 - 2033
The global car breakdown recovery service market refers to services that assist the automotive industry, whose cars have broken down or been in collisions. They encompass towing, on-site repairs, or taking the car to a garage for additional diagnostics and repairs, which are common options for this service. This market is driven by the increasing number of vehicles on the road, rising urbanization, and advancements in technology, such as GPS and IoT integration, which enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of recovery services. There are multiple opportunities for expansion in the vehicle breakdown recovery services market because of technology developments and strategic initiatives. Moreover, establishing strategic alliances with insurance providers can greatly expand market growth. However, the market growth is restricted due to the high saturation, DIY designs, responsive issues, and restricted distance.
The roadside assistance segment held the highest share of the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is projected to grow at a significant CAGR over the forecast period.
On the basis of the service, the global car breakdown recovery service market is divided into towing services, roadside assistance, on-site repairs, fuel delivery, tire replacement, and battery jump start. Among these, the roadside assistance segment held the highest share of the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is projected to grow at a significant CAGR over the forecast period. This segment growth is influenced because it offers prompt assistance in emergencies like engine problems, flat tires, or electronic disconnection.
The fleet operators segment held a significant share of the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace over the forecast period.
On the basis of the end user, the global car breakdown recovery service market is divided into individual consumers, fleet operators, insurance companies, and automobile manufacturers. Among these, the fleet operators segment held a significant share of the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace over the forecast period. This segment growth is influenced by their partnerships or support systems that lessen their dependency on outside providers, with the support of the branded recovery services.
The subscription-based segment dominated the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a notable CAGR over the forecast period.
On the basis of the subscription type, the global car breakdown recovery service market is classified into pay-per-use, subscription-based. Among these, the subscription-based segment dominated the global car breakdown recovery service market in 2023 and is expected to grow at a notable CAGR over the forecast period. This is due to the assurance of continuous service availability and ease of regular payments, with affordable options for price deductions.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to hold the greatest share of the global car breakdown recovery service market over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is expected to hold the greatest share of the global car breakdown recovery service market over the forecast period. The regional market growth is influenced by the rising vehicle ownership and development in transportation systems. Asia Pacific is seeing strong growth in the market for car breakdown services due to the high demand in emerging economies like China and India.
North America is estimated to grow at the fastest CAGR of the global car breakdown recovery service market over the forecast period. The regional market growth is accelerated by the substantial presence of large insurance firms, and the broad use of subscription-based services for roadside assistance.
Company Profiling
Major vendors in the global car breakdown recovery service market are Allianz Global Assistance, GEICO, Allstate Insurance, Agero, AutoVantage, Paragon Motor Club, Falck, SOS International, ARC Europe, Viking Assistance Group, Swedish Auto, RAC Group, AA plc, and others.
Key Target Audience
- Market Players
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting And Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Recent Development
- In March 2025, Policybazaar introduced a complimentary roadside assistance (RSA) cover for customers who purchased select car and two-wheeler insurance plans. This service provided 24/7 emergency support, including breakdown assistance, battery jump-starts, flat tire repairs, fuel delivery (up to five liters), key assistance, taxi arrangements, and towing coverage. Previously, RSA services required an additional fee for 50-60% of buyers, but this initiative included it at no extra cost, enhancing customer convenience and the overall insurance experience.
Market Segment
This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global car breakdown recovery service market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market, By Service
- Towing Services
- Roadside Assistance
- On-Site Repairs
- Fuel Delivery
- Tire Replacement
- Battery Jump Start
Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market, By End User
- Individual Consumers
- Fleet Operators
- Insurance Companies
- Automobile Manufacturers
Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market, By Subscription Type
- Pay-Per-Use
- Subscription-Based
Global Car Breakdown Recovery Service Market, By Regional
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa