My car rental advice to Iceland travelers

Fact: ALL vehicles are required to be insured in Iceland. In other countries around the world, you can sometimes deny insurance coverage, but that’s not the case in Iceland. Driving in Iceland can be quite the adventure - there are high winds, gravel roads, and unpredictable weather - so it’s VERY important to get the right car rental insurance coverage! But there are so many options...how do you choose which one is right for you?!
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[@nancyturek1121]

Think of Iceland as driving on a different planet rather than driving in a different country and you’ll realize why the added insurance is an excellent idea. Coolest country ever!

[@IcelandwithaView]

Absolutely, great comparison!

[@VolcanoGroupie]

I’ve visited Iceland yearly since 2010 and have rented solely from Avis. There are always Americans (and I’m an American) getting into arguments with the return agents. Iceland has perils that few other countries have. If you travel east of Vik, then I highly recommend one purchase sand and ash coverage. Opening car doors which get grabbed by the wind is another. This lady is 100% correct - I purchase all of the insurances available. I’ll check out Blue Car rentals on my next trip.

[@IcelandwithaView]

Love to hear your perspective on this! Enjoy your next trip with Blue Car Rental :)

[@irbivor]

Does your own insurance from your own country (eg America) or from your credit card cover the car in Iceland like it does elsewhere?

[@IcelandwithaView]

Not sure, you'd have to check with Blue Car on that one.

[@petero6471]

Is damage to the windscreen covered ?

[@Halli50]

The "third party insurance", i.e. insurance against any damage you might cause to other, innocent users of the road is MANDATORY in Iceland - and in Europe, for that matter. You will simply not be ALLOWED to skimp on being insured any damage you might cause to other innocent road users.
Icelandic authorities will come down on you like twenty tons of bricks if you try to skip out of that one!

[@lallameriem3846]

Dont cross crossa

[@ayushyaanand5679]

Do you know if the cars provided by Blue Car Rentals are well maintained? Per a few reviews, I've seen concerns about the vehicles' maintenance problems.

[@IcelandwithaView]

I believe they are, I've used their cars many times and not had a problem. Have a great trip!

[@AIC5150]

Never upgrade to the Opal Makka! Keep your reservation and don’t pay more!!