Vehicle Rental Contract

VEHICLE RENTAL CONTRACT

This Vehicle Rental Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into between Owner Name: (Owner / Lessor) and Renter Name: . Effective Date: .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Owner is the lawful owner of the vehicle described below and is authorized to rent the vehicle to others;

WHEREAS, Renter desires to rent the vehicle from Owner for the period and on the terms set forth in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, Owner and Renter desire to set forth the terms and conditions that will govern the rental relationship between them.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises set forth herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. VEHICLE

2. RENTAL TERM

Rental Commencement Date: Rental Termination Date: . The rental commences on the commencement date and ends on the termination date unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement.

3. RENTAL CHARGES AND PAYMENT

Payment is due in full at the time of pickup unless otherwise agreed in writing. Owner may apply the security deposit to unpaid charges, repairs, cleaning, towing, storage, and other costs resulting from Renter’s breach or the vehicle’s return in a condition not substantially equivalent to pickup condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted.

4. PICKUP CONDITION & ODOMETER

Odometer reading at pickup: Fuel level at pickup: . Renter must verify and note any preexisting damage on the Vehicle Condition Report prior to taking possession.

5. USE RESTRICTIONS

Renter shall not: (a) operate the vehicle in violation of applicable law; (b) permit any person who is not listed as an authorized driver to operate the vehicle; (c) use the vehicle for hire, delivery, racing, towing persons or property for compensation, or off‑road use in a manner for which the vehicle was not designed; or (d) transport hazardous materials. Renter must maintain a valid driver’s license and comply with any age or licensing restrictions specified by Owner.

6. INSURANCE AND WAIVERS

Renter shall maintain at all times primary automobile liability insurance with limits not less than: Bodily injury per person: Bodily injury per accident: .

Renter may elect to purchase supplemental collision or liability coverage offered by Owner if available. Selection of supplemental coverage: Purchase supplemental coverage If purchased, supplemental coverage details and deductible:

7. MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS AND BREAKDOWNS

Renter shall be responsible for routine maintenance during the rental including oil level, tire pressure, and fluid levels. Renter shall not perform or authorize repairs over a specified amount without Owner’s prior written authorization. Owner shall be responsible for repairs resulting from mechanical failures not caused by Renter’s negligence; Owner may, at its option, repair or replace the vehicle. Renter must notify Owner immediately of any breakdown, collision, theft, or other loss.

8. DAMAGE, LOSS AND REPORTING

Renter shall be liable for loss or damage to the vehicle unless caused by Owner’s gross negligence. Renter shall report any accident or theft to law enforcement and Owner within 24 hours and shall cooperate in all claims procedures. Owner may charge Renter for loss of use, diminished value, towing, storage, and administrative costs resulting from damage or loss.

9. RETURN OF VEHICLE

Renter shall return the vehicle at the location and by the time specified. Failure to return on time will subject Renter to additional rental charges and late fees. Vehicle must be returned with the same fuel level as at pickup or Renter will be charged a refueling fee. Renter shall leave the vehicle in substantially the same condition as received, ordinary wear and tear excepted.

10. DEFAULT AND REMEDIES

If Renter breaches any term of this Agreement, Owner shall have all remedies available at law or equity, including termination of the rental, repossession of the vehicle without judicial process to the extent permitted by law, and recovery of all sums due plus costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in enforcing Owner’s rights. Renter waives claims for trespass or conversion arising from repossession to the extent permitted by law.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

Renter shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Owner and its agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of Renter’s use or operation of the vehicle, including claims by third parties or passengers, except to the extent caused by Owner’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.

12. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses provided above by hand, nationally recognized overnight courier, or first-class certified mail, return receipt requested, and shall be deemed effective upon receipt.

13. AMENDMENT AND WAIVER

No amendment, modification or waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. Failure of a party to enforce any right shall not constitute a waiver of future enforcement of that right or any other right.

14. GOVERNING LAW; VENUE

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , excluding its choice of law rules. Venue for any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall lie in the state or federal courts located in the county specified by Owner unless otherwise required by law.

15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY; COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement, together with any Vehicle Condition Report and any addenda executed by the parties, constitutes the entire agreement between Owner and Renter with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior negotiations and understandings. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which together shall constitute one instrument.

ADDITIONAL TERMS

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