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You should also consider your insurance needs ahead of time. The most important insurance is third-person liability. This covers any damage you may do to another person or their property if you have an accident. Third-person liability does not cover any damage to the vehicle itself. Third-part liability insurance should be automatically included in the car rental contract. If it is your first time dealing with a particular firm, you should ask about third-person liability and how much coverage you are getting. Some consumers may also want more coverage than what is provided. If you own a car, your existing insurance policy may also cover third-person liability on any other vehicles you drive, including rentals. This will be specified in your insurance contract, but a quick call to your insurance company will also give you the answer.

The most common way to cover damage to the vehicle is to purchase something from the car rental company that is typically called a "collision damage waiver" for between $10 to $15 a day. While this may not seem expensive, it can add up. Consumers who only rent occasionally may decide the expense is acceptable. If you rent more often, there are two alternatives. You can ask your regular insurance company to add rental car insurance to your regular policy. Some credit card companies also include coverage on car rentals you pay for with their credit card. Collision coverage is usually conditional on your obeying the conditions in the rental agreement.