I (28M) just got my license in WA, USA. I don’t have a lot of driving experience outside of driving school, and I don’t own a car or have a personal insurance. I’m planning to rent a car for a day and make a long drive out of the city with a friend (who is an experienced driver) during the next weekend or so to gain some real world experience.
Being a new driver, I’m naturally a bit nervous about getting into accidents that may significantly affect me financially. So, I was reading up on how best I can prepare for this trip and this is what I have so far,
- Purchase the damage waiver from rental car company (my CC does not have one)
- Purchase a liability insurance from the rental car company.
- Add my friend as an ‘additional driver’ so he can legally take over if I need his help (I pray not).
Is there anything else I can do to make this trip safer and put my mind at ease? Appreciate any inputs!
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