Overview
Rental reimbursement pays a daily rate — commonly $30 to $50 — for a rental vehicle while your car is being repaired after a covered loss. It applies after collision or comprehensive claims, not for regular maintenance.
Key benefits
- Daily rental allowance after a covered claim
- Choice of daily limits
- Inexpensive add-on
Real-world examples
Two-week body shop repair
Your vehicle needs 12 days in the body shop after a crash. Rental reimbursement covers a rental during the repair.
Related coverages
Liability Insurance
Required by Texas law — covers the other driver when you're at fault.
Full Coverage Insurance
Liability + collision + comprehensive — the package most lenders require.
Collision Coverage
Repairs your vehicle after a crash — regardless of who's at fault.
Comprehensive Coverage
Protects against theft, hail, vandalism, and animal strikes.