Is there a call-out fee for a jump start from Roadway Assist?

No. There is no separate call-out fee. The price quoted covers everything including travel and labour. What we quote is exactly what you pay.

Can Roadway Assist jump start a car with a start-stop system?

Yes. Our technicians are trained and equipped for start-stop vehicles including those with AGM and EFB batteries. Tell us your vehicle when you call and we come fully prepared.

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Jump Start · Battery Check · 24 / 7 UK-Wide

Car won't start? Battery completely flat? Our DVSA-certified technicians carry professional-grade jump start equipment for all vehicle types. We assess your battery health, check the alternator and cables, and have you back on the road fast. No membership. No call-out fee.

18-min average response

DVSA certified — fully insured

All vehicles — cars, vans, 4x4s

No fix, no fee — guaranteed

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DVSA Certified Technicians

Average response time

18 min

To start your car
anywhere in the UK Tracked on every job

Professional jump start equipment

Free battery health assessment

No fix, no fee — every time

Common causes

Why did your
battery go flat?
It happens to everyone.

A dead battery is one of the most common breakdowns in the UK. It usually happens at the worst possible moment — before work, on a cold morning, after shopping. Here are the five most common causes.

Old or worn-out battery Most car batteries last 3–5 years. After that, cold weather or a single long period parked can kill them. If yours is over 4 years old, this is the most likely cause.

Lights or accessories left on Interior lights, headlights, phone chargers or a dash cam draining overnight can fully discharge a healthy battery in hours.

Short journeys only Short trips do not give the alternator enough time to fully recharge the battery. Over weeks or months, this gradual drain leads to a flat battery.

Faulty alternator If the alternator is not charging the battery while you drive, even a new battery will go flat quickly. We check your alternator output during every call-out.

Cold weather Cold temperatures significantly reduce battery capacity and increase the power needed to start the engine — a double hit that catches many drivers out every winter.

Whatever the cause, we can help. Our technician will jump start your vehicle and assess the battery and charging system on the spot — so you know whether a replacement is needed before you drive away.

24/7

Always available 365 days a year

Simple process

Call. We arrive.
Your car starts.

Three steps from dead battery to driving. A real person answers every call — no hold music, no menus.

Call us — we answer straight away

A real coordinator picks up immediately. Tell us where you are and your vehicle make and model. We confirm a fixed price on the phone before anyone moves — no surprises when the job is done.

Under 60 seconds to confirm and dispatch

Your technician arrives — fast

Your nearest DVSA-certified technician is dispatched with professional-grade jump start equipment. Average arrival is 18 minutes. You get a confirmed ETA the moment we dispatch.

18-minute average response across the UK

Jump started and health checked

We jump start your vehicle, then run a full battery health check and alternator test. You know whether you need a replacement before you leave — no guesswork, no nasty surprises later. Pay by card after the job is done.

Most jobs completed in under 20 minutes

Free battery health assessment on every job Know your battery status before you drive away.

Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Real person answers every call. No automated menus, no waiting.

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Full diagnostic check

We do not just jump start.
We check everything.

Every call-out includes a full battery and charging system assessment — completely free. You drive away knowing the real state of your vehicle.

Battery Voltage

We test the battery voltage at rest and under load to determine its true remaining capacity and whether a replacement is imminent.

Digital readout provided

Alternator Output

A failing alternator will drain even a new battery. We test the charging voltage at idle and under load to confirm whether the alternator is working correctly.

Checked on every job

Terminal Condition

Corroded or loose battery terminals are a common hidden cause of electrical problems. We inspect and clean terminals as part of every call-out.

Cleaned if needed

Starting System

We verify the starter motor is drawing the correct current. Excessive draw can indicate a failing starter that will cause future breakdowns even with a new battery.

Full report on request

All checks are included at no extra cost.

You pay the agreed call-out price. The battery assessment, alternator check and terminal inspection are all included.

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Where we operate

Battery jump start
across the UK.

8 UK Cities Covered

BirminghamWest Midlands

Jump start Birmingham

ManchesterGreater Manchester

Jump start Manchester

CoventryWest Midlands

Jump start Coventry

LeicesterEast Midlands

Jump start Leicester

OxfordOxfordshire

Jump start Oxford

Not in one of these cities? We cover major motorways and A-roads connecting all our service areas. Call us to check live availability for your exact location.

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Real customers

Dead battery.
We sorted it.

4.8

200+ Google reviews

Rachel H.

Birmingham

"Dead before a client meeting. Running again in 19 minutes."

Car completely dead outside a client's office. Total panic. Roadway Assist answered first ring, gave me a price immediately, and the technician was there in 19 minutes. Checked the battery, confirmed it needed replacing, and had me back running. Used them twice now.

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Thomas W.

Leeds

"Told me the alternator was fine. Saved me buying a new battery."

Cold morning, car would not start. Expected to be sold a new battery on the spot. The technician tested the battery and the alternator and told me it was still good — just needed a full charge. Jumped it, charged it, saved me £150. Honest service.

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Priya K.

London

"2am in a car park. Sorted in 22 minutes, no drama."

Came out of a late shift to a completely dead car in an empty car park. Called at 2am and a real person answered immediately. Technician arrived in 22 minutes, jump started it and ran a check. Exact price quoted before arrival. Cannot thank them enough.

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Questions answered

Before you
call us.

The most common questions about our jump start service. If yours is not here, just call — a real person answers every time.

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01 How quickly will you get to me?

Our average response time is 18 minutes from your call. You receive a confirmed ETA the moment your technician is dispatched. We track response times on every job — 18 minutes is a real average, not a marketing figure.18-minute average — tracked on every job

02 Do you work on all types of vehicle?

Yes. We jump start cars, vans, SUVs, 4x4s and light commercial vehicles. Tell us your vehicle make and model when you call so we bring the correct equipment. For heavy goods vehicles, call us to confirm availability.

03 Will you tell me if I need a new battery?

Yes. Every call-out includes a free battery health assessment. We test voltage under load and give you an honest reading. If your battery is still good, we will tell you. If it needs replacing, we will advise you — but you are never pressured to make a decision on the spot.

04 Is there a call-out fee on top of the service price?

No. There is no separate call-out fee. The price quoted covers everything. We give you a fixed price before dispatch — what we quote is exactly what you pay, with no additions after the job.

05 Are you available at night and on weekends?

24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including Christmas and all bank holidays. A real person answers every call regardless of the time. Batteries do not care about working hours and neither do we.

06 What if the jump start does not work?

If we cannot get your vehicle started, you pay nothing. Our no fix, no fee guarantee applies to every call-out without exception. We will also advise you on the best next steps, whether that is battery replacement, an alternator check or vehicle recovery.No fix means no charge. Always.

07 My car has a start-stop system. Can you still help?

Yes. Modern start-stop systems use AGM or EFB batteries which require specific handling during jump starting. Our technicians are trained and equipped for start-stop vehicles including those with AGM batteries — tell us your vehicle when you call and we come fully prepared.