What is included in Theft Protection (TP)?
Theft Protection (TP) is a great feature that helps reduce your financial responsibility if the rental car is ever stolen or vandalised. Instead of worrying about the full value of the vehicle, your out-of-pocket costs are simply limited to a set maximum amount known as the "Excess" (or deductible).
Step-by-Step Guide:
Take a quick look at the "Rate Includes" section on your booking voucher to confirm if Theft Protection is already included in your trip.
To make sure your coverage remains fully active, local suppliers simply ask that you file a police report right away and safely return the vehicle's keys to the rental desk.
Theft Protection does a wonderful job covering the rental vehicle itself! For personal belongings like luggage, electronics, or valuables left inside, you'll usually want to rely on your personal travel insurance instead.
"Since I have Theft Protection, I won't have to pay anything if the car is stolen."
Theft Protection is fantastic for limiting your costs to the specific Excess amount stated in your contract, rather than the full value of the car! Once that Excess amount is met, the protection happily covers the remaining balance.
"If my window is smashed and my bag is stolen, Theft Protection will pay for the repairs and my bag."
While your TP or CDW coverage might help with the window repair (depending on your local supplier's terms), it focuses specifically on the car. Reaching out to your own travel insurance provider is the best way to get personal items like a stolen bag covered.
💡Did You Know?
Keeping the car secure is key! If the vehicle goes missing because the keys were left inside or the doors were left unlocked, the local supplier might not be able to apply your protection, which could leave you responsible for the car's value. Always remember to lock up and keep the keys safe with you!
What To Do Next:
Take a quick peek at your voucher to find your specific "Theft Excess" amount.
If you'd like to protect that amount and cover handy extras like lost keys, you can easily add our Full Coverage right through our website anytime before your scheduled pick-up!
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