Even the most careful drivers can be waylaid by tire trouble, an overheated engine, or deer foraging for hamburger wrappers. Prepare for on-the-road mishaps with today's Groupon: for $28, you get a one-year basic primary membership to AAA Chicago (a $57 value). This Groupon is valid for residents of 97 Illinois and Indiana counties.

AAA lets more than 50 million drivers across North America explore the open roads with peace of mind, thanks to the perks and discounts of membership. The comprehensive roadside service provides 24-hour, onsite mechanical services and towing almost anywhere in the United States for common car troubles such as flat tires, dead or murdered batteries, and creamed-corn-related engine troubles. Basic-membership benefits also include up to a $600 reimbursement for emergency travel expenses and up to $500 in legal fees. The AAA card serves as a magic pass to a bevy of savings and discounts at businesses across the country. Additionally, AAA's travel services can help avoid dead ends or an accidental trip to the Yarn Factory Museum of Yarn.