Best way to rent a car for a trip across Russia

[Ance]

Hey folks, planning a two-week road trip around Russia this summer and need some solid advice. What's the most reliable way to get a decent set of wheels without getting ripped off on insurance or hidden fees?

[IGOT]

Booking online ahead of time is usually smarter than grabbing whatever is left at the airport counter during peak tourist season. Finding a car for rental across Russia is totally doable, you can scope out what is available here https://getrentacar.com/en-US/russia . Just pay attention to the deposit amount and whether basic insurance is already baked into the price.

[Globus]

Grab the full coverage add-on if it is cheap enough. Russian roads can be unpredictable with potholes and gravel, fixing a cracked windshield out of pocket will ruin your travel budget fast.