What do I need with my car insurance when hiring a car in the USA?

I will be hiring a car in the US in September for one month. Exactly what insurance cover do I require and what should I say "no thanks" to? The jargon used by the companies is confusing.

Asked on 16 July 2010 by Ditto

Answered by Honest John

Check with www.insurtance4carheire.co.uk who can provide it at sensible cost from the UK.

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