iPhone users with Verizon SIMs will have a little more peace of mind on the road thanks to a new agreement with Apple's roadside service via its satellite system

According to an updated Apple support page (discovered by MacRumors), Verizon is offering iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 models running iOS 172 or later with Apple's Roadside Assistance Service via SOS via Satellite feature, The company's roadside assistance service can now be connected to the company's roadside assistance service Currently, Apple's only partner for this feature is AAA, and users may not subscribe to AAA or have access in some regions

Apple offers free emergency SOS via satellite and roadside assistance via satellite connection with the purchase of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 With Apple's recent extension of the free period, coverage lasts for three years on the iPhone 14 model, and the iPhone 15 will receive two years of free coverage instead

To take advantage of this feature, US users can type "Roadside Assistance" in the contact field of a text message and send the problem details to AAA (or now Verizon) to get help with a breakdown without requiring a cellular connection The system can be used to get help without requiring a cellular connection However, the actual cost of Roadside Assistance must be paid to Verizon or AAA if you are not a member

Currently, Verizon's roadside assistance (offered through Signature Motor Club) has a $499 monthly subscription fee for each line in your account This subscription covers the cost of several services, including battery jump-starts and fuel delivery Verizon also offers a flat-rate pricing plan

Apple's inclusion of satellite communications in its SOS system has been praised by many Since its initial launch, the feature has grown to cover more than 16 countries and territories and has been shown to save lives in some situations With the addition of Verizon's system, customers will now have a choice of providers offering satellite-based breakdown services, possibly eliminating the need to subscribe to AAA or pay a one-time fee unnecessarily

Hopefully, more carriers and roadside assistance providers will be offered to drivers through the iPhone satellite system, so that everyone can receive the best protection available