Terms & Conditions of Hire

Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd rents the vehicle (including any replacement vehicle) to you subject to the terms and conditions on the front page and these pages, and you agree to them and confirm that you will strictly comply with them. Any additions or changes must be in writing and signed on Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd, behalf by our authorised representative.

1 . DELIVERY AND RETURN

You agree that the vehicle is in good overall and operating condition and without apparent defects and agree that you will return it to us in the same condition with all documents, parts and accessories at the location and on the date designated in this agreement. We can take back the vehicle at any time without telling you and at your expense if the vehicle is used in violation of this agreement.

2. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

1. Subject only to 2(b), in the event of loss, damage or theft of the vehicle while on rental, you must pay us on demand the amount of all resulting damages, loss in value and loss of rental income.
2. Your liability is limited as follows, provided you comply with the terms of this agreement and the loss or damage is not caused intentionally or by your gross negligence or by any authorised driver’s gross negligence or by an unauthorised driver:
1. Liability for loss of or damage to the vehicle (other than by theft) is limited to the full market value of the vehicle. If you accept the optional Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) by initialling the space on the front page and paying the daily charge specified, your liability is limited to the amount stated in our current tariff.
2. Liability for loss or damage to the vehicle by theft is limited to the full market value of the vehicle.
3. You agree that we may debit your debit or credit card or charge card with the above amount(s) after the return of the vehicle and that we may charge you the actual costs for the repairs to the damage.
4. You are fully responsible for damage caused by striking overhead or overhanging objects. This is not excluded by any waiver.

3. OUR RESPONSIBILITY

We shall not be liable for any loss or damage suffered by you. Nothing in these terms shall exclude or restrict our liability for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence or any other liability which cannot be excluded as a matter of law.

4. CHARGES

All charges are calculated in accordance with our current tariff and on the basis of your use of the vehicle as specified. Unauthorised use may incur additional charges as published in our current tariff. You agree to pay on demand.

1. The rental and other ancillary charges, such as CDW, additional drivers and taxes. The minimum rental charge is for one rental day; a rental day consists of a 24 hour period starting when the rental begins. In the event of a late return of the vehicle exceeding 59 minutes, we reserve the right to make an additional daily charge at the relevant daily rate.
2. Any charge for damage outlined in clause 2 including the non waivable amount. A loss of revenue charge may be levied, based upon our tariff daily rate, unless you have opted to accept CDW
3. Applicable Taxes at the prevailing rate.
4. If you are in default, you are liable, without formal notice, to default interest in addition to the outstanding charges at a rate of 3% p.a. above the base lending rate from time to time of Barclays Bank PLC. You authorise in advance the charges debited to your credit card account pursuant to this agreement.
5. All complaints or objections to charges must be brought to our attention no later than 30 days after receipt of the final statement of account, failing which the statement will be conclusive. All charges are subject to final audit.
6. We have authority to debit your credit or charge card for any excess mileage incurred during your rental.

5. VIOLATION OF TRAFFIC REGULATIONS

You are fully responsible for all fines and any consequences of the violation of the traffic regulations and parking orders or prohibitions during the rental. You agree that we may debit your credit or charge card with such fines during the rental or after the return of the vehicle, plus an administrative charge of 10% of the fine or £5, whichever is the greater. We shall supply you with a copy of the fine/congestion charges.

6. INDEMNITY

To the extent allowed by law, you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless against any claims in connection with the operation of the vehicle, any damages suffered by you, including without limitation, the fines and other consequences referred to in clause 5 above, or any matters which are your responsibility. We expressly disclaim any liability for damage or loss of any kind suffered by you or any third party, unless it has been proven that we are at fault.

7. CONDITIONS OF USE

You must look after the vehicle, making sure it is locked and secure when not in use, use the correct fuel, and set and use any security device fitted. You must not allow the vehicle to be used:

1. to carry passengers or cargo for remuneration except in the case of trucks and vans;
2. to propel or tow any vehicle, trailer or any other object;
3. to take part in any race, rally, test or other contest;
4. while the driver is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other substance impairing their consciousness or ability to react;
5. in contravention of any traffic regulations - note that committing any traffic offence is a violation of this agreement;
6. if you do not fulfil the minimum requirements as stipulated in our current tariff regarding age and the possession of a current driving licence,
7. by any other person who has not first been authorised by us and added to this agreement and who does not also fulfil the minimum Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd requirements regarding age and possession of a current driving licence. In such cases, you are also responsible for the use of the vehicle according to this agreement and to indemnify us pursuant to Clause 6 above;
8. to drive or be driven into or in countries which are not members of the European Union, however, vehicles may be driven into and in Switzerland and Norway: note that our prior consent is needed for any journeys out of the country where you rent the vehicle;
9. for sub-renting.

8. INSURANCE

We provide insurance coverage for persons using the vehicle with our permission (and not otherwise) in accordance with an automobile liability insurance policy which is available for inspection at our rental location. This policy meets all applicable statutory requirements and protects the owner and/or any authorised driver of the vehicle against legal claims from third parties for personal injury or material damage caused by the use of the vehicle. The conditions of the insurance contract, including any territorial restrictions, are incorporated as an integral part of this agreement. If you provide your own insurance you warrant and agree that it covers the vehicle for third party liabilities. If you do not opt to accept CDW, you agree either that it comprehensively insures the vehicle or that you will indemnify us for any loss or damage we suffer. You also agree that we will conduct negotiations and agree any settlement with the insurers and that any monies in respect of vehicle loss or damage will be paid to us or to our order.

9. ACCIDENTS

You must report any traffic accident, loss, damage or theft to the police immediately and to us within 24 hours. You must not admit liability or guilt in the event of an accident. An Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd accident or theft report form must be completed on request. If you do not comply with this request, CDW will be void. You agree to cooperate with us and our insurers in any investigation or subsequent legal proceedings.

10. PERSONAL PROPERTY

We are not liable to you or any passengers for loss or damage to property left in the vehicle either during the period of hire or thereafter. Such property is entirely at your own risk.

11. PERSONAL DATA

You consent to the computer storage and processing of your personal data by us in connection with this agreement and to the transmission of this data among Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd and its business partners for the purposes of our legitimate interests including statistical analysis, marketing of our services and credit control. If you breach this agreement your personal data may be disclosed or passed to third parties to the extent necessary to assist recovery procedures.

12. LAW AND JURISDICTION

Any proceedings arising in connection with this agreement shall be submitted to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the competent court in the country of registration of the vehicle. The applicable law in any proceedings will be the law of the country where this agreement was signed.

13.

In the event of insolvency or breech of agreement from the hirer, Economy Hire (Dorset) Ltd reserve the right to terminate the agreement.