Which coverage is responsible for paying for a rental car after an accident?

Rental reimbursement coverage is specifically designed to cover the costs of renting a vehicle while your car is being repaired due to a covered loss, such as an accident. This type of coverage ensures that you have transportation available if your vehicle is not drivable due to damage and covers the rental car expenses up to a specified limit and for a set duration.

In contrast, emergency roadside assistance provides services such as towing and tire changes but does not cover rental car costs. Comprehensive coverage, while essential for protecting against non-collision related damages, does not include rental coverage for accidents. Property damage liability is focused on covering damages that you may cause to others' property during an accident rather than providing any benefits for your own vehicle rental costs following an incident. Thus, rental reimbursement coverage is the appropriate option for addressing the need for a rental car after an accident.