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How to Avoid Hidden Fees When Renting Cars Abroad This Summer

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By ענת גלעד

First reported by N12 · Jul 9, 2026

What happened

Israeli travelers renting cars abroad face hidden fees from insurance confusion, currency conversion, prepaid fuel, and post-rental charges. Experts advise refusing duplicate insurance, paying in local currency, choosing full-to-full fuel policies, and documenting car condition to avoid unexpected costs.

  • 01Low online rental prices often hide costly add-ons at airport counters and afterward.
  • 02Israeli insurance policies may not be recognized abroad, leading to pressure to buy extra coverage.
  • 03Paying in local currency avoids inflated exchange rates and hidden currency conversion fees.
  • 04Prepaid fuel options are overpriced; full-to-full fuel policies with receipts are recommended.
  • 05Documenting car condition with video prevents unjust damage charges after rental.
  • 06Rental companies charge administrative fees for traffic fines passed to renters months later.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsHarel, PassportCard, Goldcar, Fairplay
PlacesEurope, Italy, Florence, Israel

Full coverage · 2 outlets

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N12Center · HebrewJul 9, 2026
How to Avoid Hidden Fees When Renting Cars Abroad This Summer
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
How to Avoid Hidden Fees When Renting Cars Abroad This Summer
MakoCenter · HebrewJul 9, 2026
How to Avoid Hidden Fees When Renting Cars in Europe This Summer
N12Center · HebrewJul 9, 2026
How to Avoid Hidden Fees When Renting Cars Abroad This Summer

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