{"id":2272,"date":"2019-04-11T08:42:48","date_gmt":"2019-04-11T08:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/com.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/?p=2272"},"modified":"2026-03-04T14:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T14:01:31","slug":"car-rental-insurance-in-scotland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/car-rental-insurance-in-scotland\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Insurance When Renting a Car in Scotland"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Though it also has truly remarkable cities, Scotland\u2019s main attraction is its awe-inspiring natural wilderness and a car rental is a great way to see it. Whether you\u2019re taking the open road out of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/united-kingdom\/glasgow\/\">Glasgow<\/a>&nbsp; or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/united-kingdom\/edinburgh\/edinburgh-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Edinburgh Airport<\/a> into the highlands and beyond, or heading into the immense Cairngorms National Park, being fully aware of your insurance and coverage options can secure you financially in case of an event. Read on to find out about the coverage and extra protection options available in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/united-kingdom\/scotland\/\">Scotland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><b>YOUR <\/b><b>COVERAGE<\/b><b> OPTIONS FOR RENTAL CARS IN SCOTLAND<\/b><\/h2>\n<h4><b>LOSS DAMAGE WAIVER (LDW) INCLUDING <\/b><b>THEFT PROTECTION AND <\/b><b>THIRD PARTY INSURANCE (TI)<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>In Scotland, your car rental deal comes with third party liability coverage, which gives you financial security in case of death or injury to a third party during an accident. To have comprehensive cover, make sure you have the LDW to prevent a huge bill in the unfortunate event of theft or vehicle damage. Dependent upon your booking rate, the Loss Damage Waiver will either be included or will be available to include additionally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>TIRE AND GLASS PROTECTION AND ROADSIDE PROTECTION<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>In addition, you can opt to be completely covered for tire and glass damage as well as covering yourself from costs that arise from common causes of breakdown, such as loss of keys or running out of fuel.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2269 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/com.sx-magazine-wp.sixt.io\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2019\/01\/Scotland.jpg\" alt=\"Scotland countryside\" width=\"1140\" height=\"728\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2019\/01\/Scotland.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2019\/01\/Scotland-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2019\/01\/Scotland-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2019\/01\/Scotland-1024x654.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1140px) 100vw, 1140px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1140px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1140\/728;\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>LIMITATIONS OF COVERAGE<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>In order to receive the benefits of roadside protection you must make a direct claim with Sixt Roadside Assistance. You are covered for keys are locked in the vehicle, running out of fuel, a dead battery, loss of keys and if your vehicle becomes stuck. A LDW with the minimum excess is not available to drivers under 25 or to renters of cars in the category X***. In Scotland there are territorial restrictions of traveling into other countries in Europe that can invalidate your coverage. For more information, you can check the rental information on the Sixt website or ask your branch manager when you pick up your vehicle.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button small\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/\">Book Now<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>WAYS TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR RENTAL IN <\/b><b>SCOTLAND<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Return your car rental with a full tank to avoid refueling charges.<\/li>\n<li>Make your reservation well in advance to get the best Sixt car rental deals; it is also likely that booking ahead will give you a wider choice of vehicle categories from our fleet.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/senior-car-rental-discount\/\">Seniors<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/young-driver\/\">students<\/a> and some occupations are eligible for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/\">discounts<\/a>. Check our website to see if you qualify and to stay informed about our special offers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Though it also has truly remarkable cities, Scotland\u2019s main attraction is its awe-inspiring natural wilderness and a car rental is a great way to see it. 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