- Up to €3,000 for excess costs charged by the rental company if the vehicle is damaged in an accident or stolen. This includes up to €600 for roof damage, €800 for windscreen damage, €500 for undercarriage damage, and €100 per tyre that needs replacing.
Annual Travel Insurance with Car Hire Excess Cover
Prepare for the Road Ahead with Car Hire Excess Insurance Cover
^This coverage is valid for single trip and annual multi-trip policies with the Car Hire Excess cover extension, upon payment of the extra premium as displayed on the travel insurance certificate.
What is AA Car Hire Excess Insurance Cover?
This covers expenses related to car hire. It covers the costs of repairing or replacing damaged parts of the rental vehicle if you have an accident or the car is stolen. It also covers your personal belongings that are damaged or stolen from the rental vehicle.
Top Features And Benefits of AA Car Hire Excess Insurance Cover
- Up to €300 for personal possessions damaged or stolen from the locked trunk or glove compartment. The maximum for a single item is €150.
- Up to €550 to replace lost, stolen or damaged car hire keys, including locksmith costs.
- Includes up to €300 to address misfuelling incidents, covering tank draining, flushing, vehicle recovery, and a supply of correct fuel.
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- It covers you whether you’re getting ready for your trip, during your trip, or even after you’ve returned home.
- That way you’ve got protection the whole year round no matter how many trips you take.
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AA Car Hire Excess Cover^ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ✨
- Car Hire Excess Cover is a component of travel insurance that reimburses you for excess charges levied by the rental company in case of rental car damage, theft, or loss.
- This cover helps you avoid significant out-of-pocket expenses by reimbursing costs such as excess charges, personal belongings damage, key replacement, and misfuelling incidents during your rental period.
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It covers excess charges for vehicle damage or theft, personal belongings damage or theft, key replacement costs, and expenses related to misfuelling incidents.
- Yes, limitations may apply, such as caps on reimbursement amounts for specific incidents and exclusions related to vehicle interior damage, mechanical failures, wear and tear, off-road driving, and commercial use
- To file a claim, you usually need to provide relevant documentation, such as rental agreements, repair invoices, police reports (in case of theft), and any other supporting evidence to your insurance provider.
- Yes, some insurance providers offer standalone Car Hire Excess Cover policies that can be purchased independently or as part of a comprehensive travel insurance plan.
- Coverage may vary depending on the insurance policy, so it’s essential to check the terms and conditions to ensure coverage in specific regions or countries where you plan to rent a vehicle.
- Coverage typically applies to standard rental cars, but restrictions may exist for certain vehicle types like luxury cars, campervans, or off-road vehicles. It’s advisable to review your policy for details on applicable vehicle types.
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^This coverage is valid for single trip and annual multi-trip policies with the Car Hire Excess cover extension, upon payment of the extra premium as displayed on the travel insurance certificate.