{"id":136,"date":"2025-06-30T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.barryinsurancegroup.com\/blog\/?p=136"},"modified":"2025-06-16T12:57:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T18:57:09","slug":"coverage-for-rented-or-borrowed-cars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.barryinsurancegroup.com\/blog\/coverage-for-rented-or-borrowed-cars\/","title":{"rendered":"Coverage for Rented or Borrowed Cars"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&rsquo;re a Texas driver, you&rsquo;re required by law to purchase auto insurance. If you live near Pearland, TX, our team at Barry Insurance Group is here to help you select the best insurance for your needs. We&rsquo;ve been working with clients like you since 2009.<\/p>\n<h2>Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Rented or Borrowed Cars?<\/h2>\n<p>Have you ever wondered whether your auto insurance covers you when you rent a car or borrow someone else&rsquo;s vehicle? According to the Texas Department of Insurance, when you rent a car, the rental agency will typically ask if you&rsquo;d like to purchase a damage waiver or liability policy. A damage waiver is an agreement that the rental agency won&rsquo;t hold you responsible for paying for damage to the rental car. In many cases, your auto insurance may cover liability if you&rsquo;re renting a car for personal use.<\/p>\n<p>If you borrow someone else&rsquo;s car, the car owner&rsquo;s insurance policy is responsible for covering any damage incurred during an accident. However, if the car owner doesn&rsquo;t have auto insurance&mdash;or if their insurance doesn&rsquo;t provide enough coverage&mdash;your auto insurance policy will step in to pay for the damages. Similarly, if you drive a &ldquo;loaner&rdquo; car from a repair shop, your auto insurance policy will cover any damages you incur while driving that vehicle.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact Us Today for Assistance<\/h2>\n<p>At Barry Insurance Group, we take pride in our professionalism, integrity, and honesty. As a family-based agency, we are dedicated to serving our community members. Clients in the Pearland, TX area have come to rely on our team for insurance education and exceptional client support. Call us today to schedule an appointment, and let&rsquo;s discuss your insurance needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&rsquo;re a Texas driver, you&rsquo;re required by law to purchase auto insurance. If you live near Pearland, TX, our team at Barry Insurance Group is here to help you select the best insurance for your needs. We&rsquo;ve been working with clients like you since 2009. Does Your Auto Insurance Cover Rented or Borrowed Cars? 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