The short answer
Auto insurance follows the vehicle first in the US. If you crash a borrowed car, the owner's policy pays as primary. Your own policy is excess if their limits are exhausted. Regular use (weekly+) requires you be listed as a driver — surprise claims on unlisted regular drivers can be denied.
Frequently asked
- Do I need permission?
- Yes — explicit or implied permissive use. Taking without permission voids coverage.
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