The U.S. Government Rental Car Program provides significant advantages for federal employees and service members when renting vehicles for official travel. This program, accessible through several approved rental car companies, ensures reduced rates and unique benefits on cars, passenger vans, and SUVs. Governed by the U.S. Government Rental Car Agreement #5, it’s designed to streamline official travel while offering comprehensive coverage, notably in Travel And Car Insurance.
Key Advantages of the Government Rental Car Program
This program is structured to offer considerable benefits. If your reserved vehicle class isn’t available upon arrival, rental companies are obligated to provide a vehicle of equal or higher class. Furthermore, in situations where a vehicle isn’t ready within an hour of your arrival, the company will arrange and cover the cost of alternative transportation to your destination. A vehicle will then be delivered to you at no additional charge when available. This program also eliminates blackout dates and minimum rental periods, providing unlimited mileage on most rentals, enhancing the travel and car insurance benefits by ensuring seamless mobility.
Cost Savings: No Hidden Fees
One of the most appealing aspects of this program is the elimination of extra charges. There are no additional fees for authorized additional drivers or for drivers aged 21 and older. While drivers aged 18-20 might incur a young driver fee, this cost is reimbursable. This focus on minimizing extra costs extends to travel and car insurance, as the program includes essential coverage without additional charges, simplifying the financial aspects of official travel.
Comprehensive Travel and Car Insurance Included
A standout feature of the U.S. Government Rental Car Program is the built-in travel and car insurance. It offers Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) / Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Liability Insurance at no extra cost. The liability coverage is substantial, covering $25,000 for property damage, $100,000 per person, and $300,000 per incident for personal injury and wrongful death. Due to this inclusive insurance, travelers are advised not to accept any additional liability, collision, damage, or other insurance offered at the rental counter. This pre-arranged travel and car insurance coverage is a major benefit, providing peace of mind and significant cost savings for government travelers.
For detailed information, the Rental Car fact sheet offers further insights into maximizing these travel and car insurance benefits.
