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Auto Enthusiast
Broken down due to renter negligence (ex dead battery due to leaving the door open overnight), or mechanical defect (ex check engine light)? If the latter, the rental company provides roadside assistance for free.
41k miles on the car. Battery died, was missing a battery cap, no liquid left in the battery. Check engine light also on. The car had better lives.
While I understand the rental car company provides roadside assistance for free. They couldn't do anything with the broken down vehicle other than towing it, which they didn't do. The roadside company they use does not allow for changing the battery. Only jump start or tow.