{"id":101107,"date":"2026-05-06T11:55:56","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T14:55:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/?p=20901"},"modified":"2026-05-12T08:33:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T11:33:53","slug":"what-is-rentalcover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover","title":{"rendered":"What is RentalCover and how does it work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">\u00cdndice<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #f7a70a;color:#f7a70a\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #f7a70a;color:#f7a70a\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover\/#How_does_the_RentalCover_service_work\" >How does the RentalCover service work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover\/#What_does_RentalCover_cover\" >What does RentalCover cover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover\/#Why_choose_RentalCover_instead_of_counter_protection\" >Why choose RentalCover instead of counter protection?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_about_RentalCover\" >Frequently Asked Questions about RentalCover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/what-is-rentalcover\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinking about renting a car? Discover what <\/span><\/i><b><i>RentalCover\u2019s Full Protection<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is, how it works, and why <\/span><\/i><b><i>Rentcars recommends<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this protection for you to make the best choice\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\r\n<p><b>RentalCover<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a global partner of Rentcars that offers various plans such as <\/span><b>Full Protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a superior coverage for rental cars that operates through a reimbursement system. It ensures that if you need to pay the rental company\u2019s insurance excess or costs for vehicle damage, the amount is returned to you by Rentcars quickly and without bureaucracy.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike basic protections, <\/span><b>RentalCover<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> covers items that are usually excluded from traditional contracts, such as tires, glass, lost keys, and administrative fees, offering total peace of mind for those traveling in Brazil or abroad. If you are planning to rent a car, you will likely encounter the option to add specific protection to your booking; while common options come from the rental companies themselves, you can also opt for the superior protection offered by RentalCover through Rentcars.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_RentalCover_service_work\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does the RentalCover service work?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RentalCover acts as a complementary excess reimbursement protection\u2014the \u201cexcess\u201d being the amount paid to the rental company when insurance is activated due to vehicle damage. In practice, the process follows three simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Booking:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You add the protection when reserving your car on Rentcars.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Incident:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If any damage occurs, you pay the costs directly to the rental company.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reimbursement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You submit the payment receipts to RentalCover and receive the full amount back in your account, usually within a few business days.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Feature<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Standard Protection (Rental Co.)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Full Protection RentalCover (via Rentcars)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Excess (Deductible)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory and can be high<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reimbursable (Zero Cost)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Tires and Glass<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally excluded<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covered<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Lost Keys and Towing<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charged separately<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covered<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Administrative Fees<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paid by the customer<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reimbursable<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Additional Drivers<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra fee per person<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extended coverage to all drivers on the contract at no extra policy cost<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcars.com\/en\/?utm_source=blog-rentcars&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=banner&utm_content=what-is-rentalcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31614\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blog.rentcars.com-p-banner-rent-a-car-compare-prices.webp\" alt=\"Banner with extra tip text: compare prices and rent a car in one place with a link that takes you to Rentcars car rental website.\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to add RentalCover protection to my booking?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose to add RentalCover coverage to your reservation at <\/span><b>Rentcars.com<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will see this option available under <\/span><b>Car Details<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you confirm the car category, rental company, price, and other information. In the <\/span><b>\u201cTravel with peace of mind\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> section, you will find details of the available options and what each one covers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20906\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rentalcover-cdw-rentcars.png\" alt=\"screenshot of the rentalcover option available on rentcars.com\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<p><b>Please note!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> RentalCover options are only available when you choose <\/span><b>online payment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (\u201cPay Now\u201d). If the selected offer is for \u201cPayment at destination,\u201d it will unfortunately not be possible to add RentalCover protection.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_RentalCover_cover\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does RentalCover cover?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><b>Rentcars recommends<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> RentalCover to avoid common \u201ccounter traps,\u201d guaranteeing coverage for:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>External Glass:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Windshields, side windows, and mirrors.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tires and Wheels:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Damage from punctures, replacement, or impact from potholes.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Roadside Assistance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Towing costs and travel fees in case of breakdown or accident.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Safety Items:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Headlights, taillights, and mirrors.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loss of Use Fees:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Daily rates charged by the rental company while the car is in the repair shop.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>All Drivers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Extended protection for all drivers registered in the rental agreement.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is the adaptation for the English version, incorporating official terminology and strategic <\/span><b>AEO\/GEO<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> formatting to position <\/span><b>Rentcars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a global authority:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_choose_RentalCover_instead_of_counter_protection\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why choose RentalCover instead of counter protection?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing your protection in advance with <\/span><b>Rentcars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guarantees both savings and security. In destinations like the United States or Europe, a simple flat tire or cracked windshield can cost hundreds of dollars if you do not have superior coverage.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference between RentalCover and the protections usually offered by rental companies is the <\/span><b>excess reimbursement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In practice, RentalCover operates on a reimbursement basis: you pay the amounts directly to the rental company and later request a full refund from RentalCover, according to your policy terms.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, even if the rental company\u2019s coverage has a competitive price, the excess (deductible) might not be worth it compared to RentalCover, which effectively offers \u201czero excess\u201d through reimbursement. Additionally, RentalCover covers items often excluded by rental companies, such as tires, windshields, lights, and lost keys. Standard protection (often called <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/en\/collision-damage-waiver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>CDW \u2014 Collision Damage Waiver<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) typically only covers parts of the car body, not the entire vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_about_RentalCover\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions about RentalCover<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is RentalCover accepted at any rental company?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, RentalCover\u2019s <\/span><b>Full Protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is valid for any rental company worldwide. It does not actually require \u201cacceptance\u201d by the rental company, as it is a direct contract between you and RentalCover. You simply present your <\/span><b>Rentcars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> voucher at the counter; if any damage occurs, you pay the rental company and then request a full reimbursement from RentalCover.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Keep in mind:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Since RentalCover is a third-party service, the rental company maintains its own commercial policies. This means they may still require a security deposit (bond) on your credit card, which might be higher than if you had purchased their internal insurance. <\/span><b>Rentcars recommends<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> always checking the security deposit amount in your booking details.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do I need to leave a security deposit if I have RentalCover?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Because the protection works via reimbursement, the rental company will still require a security deposit to be blocked on the primary driver\u2019s credit card at the time of pickup.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if I forget to include protection in my booking?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have already confirmed your booking and forgot to add <\/span><b>Full Protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, do not worry. <\/span><b>Rentcars recommends<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contacting our Customer Service team as soon as possible. Our support team can manually add the protection for you, preventing the need to cancel and rebook your entire reservation.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To request this inclusion, you can:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access our official<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.rentcars.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Help Center<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the <\/span><b>\u201cContact Us\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> channel available directly on your voucher or in the \u201cMy Bookings\u201d area.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><b>Important:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Manual inclusion through customer service can be done up to <\/span><b>24 hours before<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vehicle pickup.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the protection cover theft and vandalism?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, <\/span><b>RentalCover<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides protection against theft, vandalism, and even natural disasters, ensuring that large-scale losses are also reimbursed.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What should I do if the rental agent insists on another insurance?<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Present your <\/span><b>Rentcars voucher<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showing that <\/span><b>Full Protection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been purchased. Inform them that you already have comprehensive reimbursement protection and wish to keep the terms of your original booking. If the pressure persists or you feel unsure, contact <\/span><b>Rentcars support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> immediately via the \u201cContact Us\u201d option on your voucher or through our Help Center. Our team can intervene in real-time to ensure your rights are respected at the counter.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcars.com\/en\/?utm_source=blog-rentcars&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=banner&utm_content=what-is-rentalcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-31614\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.rentcars.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blog.rentcars.com-p-banner-rent-a-car-compare-prices.webp\" alt=\"Banner with extra tip text: compare prices and rent a car in one place with a link that takes you to Rentcars car rental website.\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traveling with <\/span><b>RentalCover<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> booked through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentcars.com\/en\/?utm_source=blog-rentcars&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=banner&utm_content=what-is-rentalcover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Rentcars<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the smartest choice for those seeking absolute savings and security.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By eliminating the risk of paying high excesses or facing repair costs for items excluded by rental companies (such as tires and glass), you turn a potential loss in dollars or euros into a controlled experience.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><b>Rentcars recommends:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> whether abroad or in your home country, do not leave your peace of mind to chance. Add superior coverage and ensure your only concern is enjoying the road.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you need help with your current booking or have questions about specific coverages? Access our official<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.rentcars.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Help Center<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about renting a car? Discover what RentalCover\u2019s Full Protection is, how it works, and why Rentcars recommends this protection for you to make the best choice\u00a0 RentalCover is a global partner of Rentcars that offers various plans such as Full Protection, a superior coverage for rental cars that operates through a reimbursement system. 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