#26 100 years of Roadside Assistance: Four RAC Patrols share their stories

On this episode of the Horizons by RAC Podcast, four roadside assistance Patrols come together to celebrate a century of helping West Australians when they need it most, and the stories they share prove RAC’s Roadside Assistance has always been about far more than fixing cars. Malcolm, April, Richard and Sean have spent decades on WA roads, from Perth’s busiest freeways to remote country backroads around Albany. While the vehicles, technology and uniforms have changed over the years one thing hasn’t: the job is ultimately about helping people through stressful moments. This episode is filled with stories that capture the unpredictable nature of Patrol work, in celebration of RACWA Roadside Assistance's 100th birthday. Chapters:0:00 Welcome & Introductions01:24 Sean's Story4:52 April's Story10:47 Richard's Story15:47 Malcolm's Story21:56 Mystery Box Opens: Member Moments25:51 Common Driver Mistakes & Best WA Roads30:53 What to Keep in Your Car & Dramatic Breakdown Moments39:40 Funny & Unforgettable Callouts48:29 EV Questions & Car Myths56:23 Then vs Now & Looking to the Future1:09:08 CEO Message & Cake CelebrationSubscribe and share:  If you liked this episode, subscribe to RAC’s Horizons podcast and share it with your friends and family.     Find us online:Website: ⁠https://rac.com.au/horizons⁠   YouTube: ⁠/@horizonsrac⁠  Instagram: www.instagram.com/racwa   Facebook: www.facebook.com/racwa   Legal disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals involved and may not be shared by the Royal Automobile Club of WA (Inc) or its related bodies corporate (together “RAC”) or any of its or their councillors, directors or employees.  This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only.  Listeners should not rely on the content as a substitute for independent advice.  References to a product should not be construed as an endorsement by RAC.  RAC accepts no liability for any reliance placed on the content.