Hi guys. Gabriel here from California.
I got rear-ended three weeks after getting my Model 3 - guy backing out of a parking spot not paying attention. The quarter panel was dented and now needs replacement which requires a month to a month and a half at the body shop. Good news is that parts are in already.
What I need help is: the other insurance handling the claim (insurance of the gentleman at fault) will reimburse me for gas since I own an electric vehicle, but will not pay more than my insurance pays on a daily for a rental car which is $30. Shouldn't they be paying for a comparable vehicle? I already asked and they quickly said no.
More context: my insurance company is paying for repairs and putting me in a rental car to expedite the process. They will then receive reimbursement from Liberty Mutual (responsible party). This is how we ended up with the $30 a day rate - it's what my insurance policy covers.
Any advice?
I know, could be worse. But, I feel the insurance company is not doing their part here.
Thanks,
Gabriel
I got rear-ended three weeks after getting my Model 3 - guy backing out of a parking spot not paying attention. The quarter panel was dented and now needs replacement which requires a month to a month and a half at the body shop. Good news is that parts are in already.
What I need help is: the other insurance handling the claim (insurance of the gentleman at fault) will reimburse me for gas since I own an electric vehicle, but will not pay more than my insurance pays on a daily for a rental car which is $30. Shouldn't they be paying for a comparable vehicle? I already asked and they quickly said no.
More context: my insurance company is paying for repairs and putting me in a rental car to expedite the process. They will then receive reimbursement from Liberty Mutual (responsible party). This is how we ended up with the $30 a day rate - it's what my insurance policy covers.
Any advice?
I know, could be worse. But, I feel the insurance company is not doing their part here.
Thanks,
Gabriel