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Does My Auto Insurance Cover a Rental Car Accident?

Most personal auto insurance policies extend some coverage to rental cars, but the extent of protection varies significantly. Understanding your policy before an accident helps, but we can help you navigate coverage after one occurs.

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Coverage That Typically Extends to Rentals

Your policy may provide:

• Liability coverage - injuries you cause to others
• Collision coverage - damage to the rental car
• Comprehensive coverage - theft, vandalism, weather
• Uninsured motorist - if at-fault driver is uninsured
• Medical payments - your injury expenses

Coverage is usually subject to the same limits and deductibles as for your own car.

Potential Coverage Gaps

Watch for these limitations:

• Business use exclusions
• Rental duration limits
• International rental exclusions
• Luxury/exotic vehicle exclusions
• Loss of use charges may not be covered
• Administrative fees may not be covered

Checking Your Coverage

Before renting, verify:

• Whether your policy covers rentals
• Your coverage limits
• Your deductible amounts
• Any exclusions or limitations
• Whether loss of use is covered
• Business use coverage if applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a rental car accident raise my insurance rates?

If you're at fault and file a collision claim, it may affect your rates. Claims against other drivers' insurance typically don't affect your rates.

What if I don't have personal auto insurance?

You'll need to rely on rental company coverage and credit card protection. Consider purchasing SLI and CDW from the rental company.

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