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Not at fault? Get a replacement car at no cost.
Had a car accident? If you're not at fault, Acorn Rentals can deliver a replacement car at no cost to you while yours is off the road. Their contract of indemnity means charges are billed to the at-fault insurer. They'll drop the vehicle off here at Acclaim Accident and pick it up when you're done. *Terms and conditions apply. Refer to the details on the Acorn Rentals website.
| Feature |
Acorn Rentals
Replacement Vehicle
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Typical Hire (eg. Hertz, Budget, Avis) Retail Rental
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|---|---|---|
| Designed for not-at-fault drivers |
Purpose-built service for not-at-fault claims
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Standard retail rental process
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| Cost to you (if not at fault) |
$0 out-of-pocket - charges billed to the at-fault insurer
Subject to approval & cooperation (contract of indemnity; T&Cs apply).
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Pay daily retail rate + bond; you pursue reimbursement later
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| Like-for-like vehicle |
Class-matched, late model, commercial & hybrid vehicles
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Category choice; exact match not guaranteed
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| Bond / security hold |
No bond or credit card details required
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Credit-card hold/bond required; up to $2000
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| Damage excess & waivers |
Low $385 Damage Excess Included
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High Standard Damage Excess up to $5900; optional paid waivers to reduce
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| Billing handled with insurer |
Yes - Acorn invoices the at-fault insurer directly
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No - renter pays upfront then seeks reimbursement
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| Delivery / pickup |
Delivery to repairer/home/work included
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No delivery - self-collection required
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| Coverage & speed |
Nationwide coverage; fast approvals (often minutes)
Subject to information provided & liability assessment.
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Retail network; standard booking timeframes
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| Included kms |
Unlimited kms included
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Often capped per day; extra km charges
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| Roadside assist |
Included
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Premium extra
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| Duration aligned to repair time |
Yes - tied to repair duration
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Fixed booking; extensions subject to availability & cost
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| Paperwork load |
Minimal - dedicated & experienced team to coordinate rental & recover costs
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Full retail rental contract & extras; self-recovery of costs required
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| Notes: This is a general comparison. Exact terms vary by vehicle class, location, and claim circumstances. Not-at-fault benefits rely on liability being accepted and your cooperation (contract of indemnity). Always confirm details before booking. | ||