Just Jump USA Launches Free Roadside Assistance Marketplace

New platform challenges traditional membership and insurance models by connecting drivers directly with local service providers.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:51am

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An abstract, colorful image of a tow truck in motion, with the vehicle transformed into sweeping brushstrokes of vibrant hues, conveying a sense of speed and modern transportation.Just Jump USA's new roadside assistance marketplace aims to disrupt the traditional model by connecting drivers directly with local service providers, eliminating hidden fees and delays.Newark Today

Just Jump USA, operated by Jump My Car, Inc., has launched a free, direct roadside assistance marketplace that fundamentally restructures how roadside help is discovered, priced, and delivered. Unlike legacy models, Just Jump USA charges drivers no fees, takes no commissions, and generates no insurance claims, instead connecting motorists directly with independent service providers for transparent pricing and real-time service selection.

Why it matters

The new platform represents a shift toward a more open and efficient roadside assistance model, separating service discovery from service fulfillment. As the average age of vehicles increases and insurance premiums rise, consumers are seeking alternatives that provide greater transparency, control, and cost efficiency.

The details

Just Jump USA operates as a visibility layer, allowing providers to connect with high-intent customers without restrictive contracts or revenue sharing. Providers set their own rates, define their service areas, and collect payment directly from customers. The platform does not dispatch, process claims, or take a percentage of transactions, eliminating the operational overhead associated with traditional roadside networks.

  • Just Jump USA launched its free roadside assistance marketplace on April 9, 2026.

The players

Just Jump USA

A direct-to-consumer platform operated by Jump My Car, Inc. that connects drivers with local roadside professionals, eliminating memberships, hidden fees, and dispatch delays.

Shane Brewster

The founder of Just Jump USA, who stated that the platform was built to remove the layers of control and value extraction that have historically dominated the roadside assistance industry.

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What they’re saying

“Roadside assistance has historically been controlled by systems that extract value from both the driver and the provider. We built a marketplace that removes those layers and gives control back.”

— Shane Brewster, Founder, Just Jump USA

What’s next

Just Jump USA plans to expand its coverage across the United States, offering services including jump starts, lockouts, towing, tire changes, and fuel delivery.

The takeaway

By separating service discovery from service fulfillment, Just Jump USA's free roadside assistance marketplace represents a shift toward a more transparent, efficient, and consumer-friendly model in an industry that has long been dominated by restrictive membership programs and insurance-bundled services.