1. Introduction
These Website Standard Terms and Conditions written on this webpage shall manage your use of this website. These Terms will be applied fully and affect to your use of this Website. By using this Website, you agreed to accept all terms and conditions written in here. You must not use this Website if you disagree with any of these Website Standard Terms and Conditions.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
Other than the content you own, under these Terms, Motors and/or its licensors own all the intellectual property rights and materials contained in this Website.
You are granted limited license only for purposes of viewing the material contained on this Website.
3. RENTAL AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into between
(the “Company”)
and
(“the “Hirer”) (collectively, the “Parties”)
4. RENTAL PERIOD
The Rental Period runs from the date and hour of the Vehicle pick up until the return of the Vehicle to the Company. The Rental Period shall be a minimum of 4 weeks, after such time the Rental Period can be cancelled with 7 days’ notice prior to the rental fees falling due, or at such time agreed by the Parties (the ‘Rental Period’).
Should the Hirer request early termination of the Agreement a cancellation charge as defined at Clause 14 (i) will be applied at the discretion of the Company or the Insurance Company . On the expiry of the agreed Rental Period below the Rental Period shall continue until such time that the Vehicle is returned to the Company.
5. PERSONS WHO MAY DRIVE THE VEHICLE
The Vehicle may only be driven by the Hirer named in this Agreement, and only if the Hirer holds a current driver’s licence appropriate for the Vehicle and without restriction and/or ban.
6. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE VEHICLE BE USED OR DRIVEN;
(a) If the driver of the Vehicle is under the influence of alcohol or any drug which impairs their ability to drive the Vehicle.
(b) If the Vehicle is in an unsafe or non-roadworthy condition that arose during the course of the hire.
(c) If the Vehicle is operated in any race, speed test, rally or contest.
(d) If the Hirer is not a body, corporation or department of state and the Vehicle is driven by anyone not named in this agreement.
(e) The Vehicle is driven by any person who at the time of driving the Vehicle is disqualified from or has never held an appropriate driving licence for the Vehicle.
(f) The Vehicle is wilfully or recklessly damaged by the Hirer or under their authority, or is lost as a result of the wilful or reckless behaviour of the Hirer.
(g) If the Hirer is issued with an infringement notice or that there is any evidence of dangerous or careless driving, the insurance cover will become null and void.
7. RENTAL FEES
The Hirer agrees to pay:
Rent: (As agreed)
Billing Cycle: Weekly
8. THE HIRER’S OBLIGATIONS
The Hirer shall ensure that;
a) The water in the radiator and the battery of the Vehicle are maintained at their proper levels.
b) The oil in the Vehicle is maintained at the proper level.
c) Tyres are maintained at their recommended pressure.
d) All reasonable care is taken in handling and parking the Vehicle and that it is left securely locked when not in use.
9. THE COMPANY’S OBLIGATIONS
a) The Company shall supply the Vehicle in a safe and roadworthy condition.
b) The Company shall be responsible for all costs related to normal ‘wear and tear’ of running the Vehicle during the Rental Period. NOTE – By virtue of clause 5 (d) of this agreement, fuel costs are the responsibility of the Hirer.
c) The Company does not accept liability for any loss of income through any mechanical or electrical failure of the Vehicle, or for flat or punctured tyres during the Rental Period. Tyres are the responsibility of the Hirer during the Rental Period, including replacement costs.
d) All maintenance issues will be dealt with during the Company’s working hours which are Monday to Friday 10:00am to 6:00pm, exceptions to these times will apply on bank holidays and festive periods.
10. ACCIDENTS AND REPAIRS
a) If the Vehicle is damaged or requires repair or salvage, whether because of an accident or breakdown, the Hirer shall use their best endeavours to advise the Company of the circumstances by telephone within 24 hours, failure to do so will result in a late reporting fee of £500 plus VAT.
b) In the event of an accident, the Hirer will use their best endeavours to photograph the scene as quickly as possible.
c) The Hirer shall not arrange or undertake any repairs or salvage without the authority of the Company, except to the extent that the repairs or salvage are necessary to prevent further damage to the Vehicle or other property.
d) The Hirer shall ensure that no persons shall interfere with the distance recorder or speedometer, or (except in an emergency) any part of the engine, transmission, braking or suspension systems of the Vehicle.
11. USE OF THE VEHICLE
The Hirer shall not;
a) Sublet or hire the Vehicle to any other person.
b) Permit the Vehicle to be operated outside of their authority.
c) Operate the Vehicle, or permit it to be operated in circumstances that constitute an offence by the driver against Section 58 of the Transport Act 1962, which relates to driving or attempting to drive under the influence of alcohol or any other drug that can impair proper usage of the Vehicle.
d) Operate the Vehicle or permit it to be operated in any race, rally, speed test or contest.
e) Operate the Vehicle or permit it to be operated to propel or tow any other Vehicle.
f) Operate the Vehicle or permit it to be operated in breach of the Transport Act 1962, the Traffic Regulations Act 1976, or any other Act, regulation or bylaws to road traffic.
g) Operate the Vehicle or permit it to be operated for the transport of more than the number of passengers or more than the weight of goods specified in the certificate of loading for the Vehicle.
h) Operate the Vehicle if, at the time of driving, the Hirer is not the holder of a current driver’s licence appropriate for the Vehicle.
12. RETURN OF THE VEHICLE
a) The Hirer shall return the Vehicle to the Company’s address at the end of the Rental Period, or contact the Company in order to have their agreed Rental Period extended.
b) The Vehicle must be returned in the condition that it was received in at the time of pick up by the Hirer.
c) If the Vehicle is returned with a fuel level less than that was received the Hirer will be charged at the standard market price plus an administration fee charge of £20.00 plus VAT.
d) The Vehicle must be in a valeted condition inside and out, failure to adhere will result in a charge of £50.00 plus VAT.
13. TRACKING OF THE VEHICLE
The Vehicle will be tracked via the Company’s independent tracking service. If the rental fees at Clause 5 (a) are not received, the Vehicle will be immobilised within 48 hours of the payment date passing. An additional charge of £50 plus VAT will be applied for each day payment remains outstanding.
The Hirer is liable for all costs including recovery fees incurred in transporting the Vehicle back the Company address, as per the charges tariff schedule at Clause 14.
14. IMMEDIATE CANCELLATION OF AGREEMENT
The Company reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and take immediate possession of the Vehicle if the Hirer fails to comply with any of the terms set out in this Agreement. This includes any verbal or non-verbal confrontation, or the posting of negative comments/slander posted on online areas and forums, social media, or targeted abuse of staff in any of these methods. The termination of the Agreement under the authority of this clause shall be without prejudice to the other rights of the Hirer and the right of the Hirer under this Agreement or otherwise.
15. DAMAGES / OTHER CHARGES TARIFF
a) Damage to alloy wheel charged at £60 plus VAT per wheel.
b) Missing identifier tags from Vehicle keys will be charged at £5 plus VAT.
c) Damage to the interior will be at full cost of the replacement part plus VAT.
d) Minor dents and scuffs will be charged at the rate of £130 plus VAT per panel.
e) Major damage will be assessed independently and the full price will be charged for such damage plus VAT.
f) Windscreens and other glass is not covered by insurance, so the Hirer is responsible for any damage incurred plus VAT..
g) Smoking is not permitted in the Vehicle at any time. A valet charge of £100 plus VAT will be added if there is any evidence.
h) Repossession and/or a personal visit by the Company will be charged at £150 plus VAT.
i) Lost or damaged keys will be charged at full replacement value, as well as a £20 administration fee plus VAT.
j) Early termination fee will be charged at £100 plus VAT.
k) Damage to tyres upon return to us. New tyres will be charged at £50 plus VAT per tyre.
l) Swapping Insurance to another Vehicle will be charged at £50 plus VAT except in case of breakdown and the car is unusable.
By signing this Agreement, the Hirer agrees to the charges set out and to the owed monies being charged to their nominated card.
By signing this Agreement, the Parties agree to the Terms and Conditions set out above.
By signing this Agreement the Parties confirm that they have each inspected the Vehicle and agree that the only damage is that which is stated on the check sheet.
16. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the England and Wales.
