If you are going on a driving holiday, then you know how expensive it can be to rent a vehicle, and borrowing the vehicle of someone else has a whole other set of headaches to offer. However, there is an alternative, a new insurance product for motorists on the internet. It is short term car insurance which you purchase by the day for up to a maximum of 28 days at a time.

This insurance covers either cars or vans, and is offered through a great many companies. You can locate their websites by either their URL or typing in keywords such as short term car insurance, day insurance and temporary car insurance.They all offer an internet based booking process and payment, with the option to view and print the short term insurance policy on your printer.

In the long run, such insurance may prove beneficial because it does not affect your regular auto insurance or premium amount should an accident occur or a claim be filed.

Short-term auto insurance purchased online also provides the uninsured with a loss recovery option, which can be distributed daily to span the duration of your short-term insurance. If you are going to be on a driving holiday outside the United States, particularly in the EEC or UK, this is very important.

Should you need an additional vehicle that you plan to borrow from family or friends, you can purchase additional short-term insurance for that vehicle, too; your insurance will give you extended coverage in areas such as Europe, and safeguard you during your road trips around the European countries.

If your family vehicle is too small for your needs, or if you think you need something a little more reliable for the trip, this insurance is useful. Now, with the safety net of short-term auto insurance, you can even consider renting a trailer or caravan. The insurance is generally fully comprehensive, although you would need to shop around to get fully comprehensive for driving abroad.

Most of these insurance companies will give you coverage if you have held a UK or EEC driver’s license for at least 12 months, without claims of your fault for 3 years, and less than 6 points against your license. Each company is different, however, and the automobiles that they will insure, and their criteria for coverage will vary.

Short-term auto insurance may not be for every one. However, it’s a great option to consider if you plan to go on vacation and rent a car, or borrow someone else’s car. Such insurance allows you to enjoy your vacation with the security that you can freely roam without impacting your regular annual premium.

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