Looking for a great deal on renting a car? Be warned — the cars with the cheapest rates often have the most extra charges attached.
While rental car prices have dropped at least 20% from their peak in 2021, it’s the extra fees that keep your total payment high.
You may not need the extra insurance if you already own a car. Chances are that your own auto policy covers rental cars, so check.
There’s also no need to buy extra personal effects coverage. The exclusions on personal property and loss reporting rules are often cumbersome and not worth it.
Again, your homeowner or rental insurance policy may already cover you, so review your policies before paying extra for coverage that’s either insufficient, or that you didn’t need in the first place.