Life throws curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs come in the form of a fender bender or a mechanical meltdown. Suddenly, your trusted transportation is sidelined in the repair shop, leaving you ...

When you rent a car, you're asked if you want to buy car insurance from the rental agency. The question for many people is: Do I need it? If you already have car insurance, your policy may extend to a ...

Skip car rental insurance at the counter to use the card's included coverage for damage or theft. Car rental insurance is designed to cover damage or theft while renting a car, but it can be a ...

Rental reimbursement insurance is an add-on that reimburses you for alternative transportation, like a rental car, when your vehicle is being repaired during a claim. You typically need collision and ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

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Did you know there are eight types of car insurance? Some are required by law and vary depending on where you live, while others are optional. We’ll break down each type to help you figure out which ...

Accidents in a rental car can bring extra worry and confusion. A fender bender in an unfamiliar city or a cracked windshield from highway debris raises one pressing question: “Will my car insurance ...

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