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Car Rental Agreement
A car rental agreement is a legal agreement between the owner of the car (usually a car rental service) and a renter who wants to have temporary possession of the car.
Restrictions to car rental agreements
Car rental agreements are known to include various restrictions on a way a renter can use a car and when the car should be returned (also the condition in which the car should be returned). Examples of these restrictions are:
- Whether a car can be driven off-road
- Whether you are allowed to leave the country in which you rented the car
- Whether you can use a trailer
- Requirements for renting a car
Usually car rental services will ask you to provide a driver’s licence. The person whose name appears on the car rental agreement (and as evidenced by the driver’s licence) is usually the only person who is authorised to drive the car. The car rental agreement may also include an option to purchase motor insurance. This should be considered if your car insurance does not include rental cars and the vehicle is going to be driven by multiple drivers.
Other considerations when signing your car rental agreement
There are other things that are usually included in a car rental agreement and you should take special care to understand these details, such as:
- Advice on handling thefts
- The procedures regarding accidents
- Who takes care of break-downs and towing
- Fees involved for late returns, drop-off at different location
- Whether you have to top up the petrol
Get your car rental agreement online
If you run a car rental company and you are looking for car rental agreements to give to your clients, why not download it online? Our car rental agreement sets out the rights and obligations, ensuring that the boundaries are set on the extent of the lease and that it protects you, the car rental company, in the event of unforeseen problems
Please note that this information is supplied for general information and does not constitute legal advice. It is advisable for you to contact a legal practitioner for guidance in respect of your unique requirements.
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