Just got back from a road trip and for once, I didn't feel ripped off by rental car insurance. Usually, I just grit my teeth and pay whatever they ask at the counter, but this time I did some digging beforehand. Turns out my credit card actually covers rentals pretty decently, and I topped it off with a cheap standalone policy online. Saved me like half of what I'd normally pay. Curious if anyone else has stumbled onto similar hidden gems or tricks to dodge those crazy fees?
That's a smart move, actually. I recently discovered something similar—my auto insurance policy has an optional rider for rental cars that's way cheaper than the daily rate at the counter. Had no idea until I called them up out of curiosity. It doesn't cover every scenario, but paired with the credit card coverage you mentioned, it seems pretty solid. Might be worth checking your own policy details; could be another hidden gem lurking there...
