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Answer: Many short-term products allow a chosen start time, but the available options depend on the provider.
Give yourself a little margin before a planned handover or collection rather than starting cover at the exact expected departure minute.
Check the finish time too; a 24-hour policy usually runs for a stated 24-hour period rather than simply ending at midnight.
Do not drive before the certificate says cover begins.
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