What do I need to do before I leave the rental lot?

You're in a big hurry now that you're got the car, but take afew minutes to familiarize yourself with this new car. Check thecar for interior or exterior damage. Find the lights, radio,wipers, turn signals, cruise control and side mirror controlsbefore you leave the lot. Set the seat and the mirrors to alevel where you are comfortable. It's also a good idea to studythe map and find the route to your destination before you begindriving.

Insurance is a good thing to already own Taking a risk might begood with poker or with your stocks, but when it comes torenting a car, do you really want to forgo insurance? Sure carrental insurance is complicated (even the counter agents don'tknow everything), but it is an unwise decision to drive withouta safety net. Your cheap car rentals might not be as cheap asyou think they are if you option to buy the agency'sinsurance.

The best way to answer your questions about insuranceis to check with your credit card company, personal and autoinsurance carrier, and the rental car company itself. Be advisedthat you should not feel pressured to buy the rental company'sinsurance. Why pay for something you might already have? Takethe

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