Standing at the rental counter while an agent asks if you want to add the collision damage waiver is one of the most common moments of insurance confusion in American travel. Say no and you might be exposed. Say yes and you might be paying twice for coverage you already have. This guide breaks down exactly where your rental car protection actually comes from in 2026, what each source covers, where the gaps are, and how to make the right call at the counter every time.
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