UCI Division of Finance and Administration

VIP Service Program

VIP Service is provided on the main campus at no charge to all UCI affiliates and includes a Motorist Assist, Bike Assist, and Emergency Ride Home Program.

All VIP Services are available between 7am-11pm.

Call 949-824-VIPS (8477).

Motorist Assist

Motorist Assist services include:

  • Jumpstart
  • Tire sealant
  • Vehicle unlock
  • Emergency Gas Delivery
  • Mobile EV Charging

Limitations include:

  • Jumpstarts may not be possible on 6 volt electrical systems or vehicles that require higher CCAs (Cold Cranking Amps), such as large V8 and diesel vehicles.
  • Use of tire sealant is a temporary fix that requires the owner to replace the tire.
  • Lockout service not possible on all vehicles.
  • Enough gas is given to reach the nearest gas station to purchase fuel.
  • Receive enough charge for your Electric Vehicle to reach one of our charging stations. View a map of the closest campus locations.

Bike Assist

Motorist Assist services include:

  • Tire sealant
  • Tire Inflation

Limitations include:

  • Use of tire sealant is a temporary fix that requires the owner to replace the tire.
  • Service does not include patching of tires.
  • Offers owner use of an air pump, with tire pressure gauge.

Emergency Ride Home

The emergency ride home service includes:

  • One-way ride within a 40-mile radius of UCI

Limitations include:

  • Emergencies only
  • Rides provided where other options have been exhausted
  • Only available from the UCI main campus
  • 1 use per year
  • 40 mile radius maximum
  • Not available during University holidays

Emergency Ride Home

Emergency Ride Home service includes:

    • One-way ride within a 40 mile radius of UCI

Limitations include:

    • Emergencies only
    • Rides provided where other options have been exhausted
    • Only available from the UCI main campus
    • 1 use per year
    • 40 mile radius maximum
    • Not available during University holidays

Contact Us

Motorist Assistance
949-824-VIPS (8477)

VIP Service Hours
7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Not available on university holidays.