This is is first of a few videos I made while waiting for the tow truck to come and get my car, for the second time in one day, in one state.
We talk about rental cars, renting trucks and trailers, and get scared by something that wasn’t a fire.
Duration : 0:6:9
Car rental insurance in Europe can is one of those things that you should have figured out before you travel. It can be a little confusing, so here is a short video that will attempt to explain the way that it works.
Transcript of Voice Over:
There are many things to think about before you travel, and car rental insurance is something you will want to have figured out before you leave. Auto Europe typically offers basic rates and inclusive rates on most rentals. A basic rate includes fire protection, and 3rd party liability insurance. This would include damage to other vehicles or property, but not the rental car itself. The reason we offer the basic rate is because some credit cards may cover your collision and theft insurance. It is up to you to contact them to find out if you have coverage. For those without credit card coverage, inclusive rates will have collision and theft built into the price. This insurance covers the vehicle in the event it is damaged in an accident or stolen. There is almost always a deductible, so it is important you check your voucher to see what it is. Extra insurance may be available at the counter to lower the deductible amount, or for the glass, tires, undercarriage, or roof of the rental car. If you have any questions call us today, at 1.888.223.5555.
Duration : 0:1:11
A little info about this slideshow:
We were closing down one of our corporate offices in San Francisco and intended to drive it back to Utah. Along the way, we encountered a slight problem. Next thing we knew, thick black smoke was pouring in the cabin. We got out fairly quickly and waited for help. Nobody got hurt. We unloaded one fire extinguisher on this inferno but it didn’t even make a dent. 20-25 minutes later the F.D. came, but by that point, this was a writeoff. We were literally in the middle of nowhere. This happened at Donner’s pass about 45 minutes west of Truckee, California. The California Highway Patrol was kind enough to give us a ride back to Truckee where we rented a one-way car and went to Reno. From there we got a one-way ticket back to Salt Lake City. We lost our luggage in the fire. To soften the trauma on the 8 year old, we took him bowling. Ironically they gave free socks with the rental of some shoes, which did make us laugh pretty hard.
Insurance did reimburse our loss.
Duration : 0:1:41