RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES
- By signing the Handover protocol for the motor home, the lessee confirms that he has taken over the vehicle in proper technical condition and that the vehicle did not show signs of damage. He further confirms that he has duly acquainted himself with the vehicle’s operator, that he confirms the receipt of the vehicle’s equipment/accessories, vehicle keys and complete documentation, incl. manual(s) relating to the vehicle and its equipment. He hereby undertakes to return the above within the period specified above. The lessee also undertakes to return the vehicle in the same condition in which it was received. In case of excessive non-cleanliness of the vehicle as well as, for example, non-cleanliness with regard to hygiene and allergies (e.g. animals), the lessee will be charged a fee for cleaning the vehicle in the amount of CZK 3,000 including VAT. The handover takes place at the place and time agreed between the lessee and the lessor, usually at the usual times of Mon-Fri from 8:00 - 16:30. In the event of a delay in returning the vehicle to the lessor within 3 hours of the original agreed period (agreed time), the lessee undertakes to pay the lessor a contractual penalty of CZK 3,000. In the event of a delay in returning the vehicle to the lessor of more than 3 hours from the agreed period (agreed time), the lessee undertakes to pay the lessor a contractual penalty in the amount of the rent for one day of the lease; further, the lessee undertakes to pay the lessor a contractual penalty in the amount of the rent per day of the lease for each subsequent commenced day of delay in returning the car to the lessor after the agreed period (agreed time).
- By signing the Handover protocol for the motor home, the lessee further confirms that he has taken over the vehicle with a fully refuelled fuel tank and undertakes to also return the vehicle with a full tank.
- When using some of the provided accessories of the vehicle intended for single usage (e.g. first aid kit, fire extinguisher, protective vest), the lessee is obliged to inform the lessor and to reimburse the lessor the cost of acquiring a new one.
- The lessee is entitled to use the vehicle for the purpose for which it is normally used, in accordance with generally binding legal regulations. When driving, parking and operating the vehicle, the lessee is obliged to comply with all legal regulations, in particular the regulations governing the operation of vehicles on roads valid in the respective country. The lessee is liable to the lessor for the damage he would cause him by violating this obligation.
- The lessee is obliged to take care that the vehicle is not damaged, excessively worn, lost, embezzled or destroyed. The lessee is obliged to report damage, destruction or loss to the lessor without undue delay. Necessary repairs can only be made by a professionally qualified person. Costs associated with the repair shall be borne by the lessor, provided that the damage was not caused by the lessee. For the price of a repair over CZK 2,000 including VAT, the prior consent of the lessor must be requested. In the case of repair and modification of the vehicle without consent of the lessor, the lessee undertakes to pay the lessor a contractual penalty of CZK 5,000 for each individual case. This does not affect the lessor’s right to compensation in excess of this amount.
- The lessee does not include in the rental price the provision of a replacement vehicle under any circumstances. The lessor can arrange an offer to rent another, usually ordinary car. The lessee does not include towing or collection of an immovable vehicle in the rental price. An exception is the obligation of the lessor to ensure, at its own expense, towing or picking up of an immovable vehicle in the event that the vehicle is demonstrably immutable through the fault of the lessor. The lessee is not entitled to use the vehicle for commercial purposes, to participate in races and may not use the vehicle to tow other vehicles.
- The lessor is not responsible for the loss or damage to the lessee's personal belongings.
- It is forbidden:
- to smoke in all areas of the vehicle;
- to make any modifications to the interior or exterior of the vehicle;
- to use open flames (candles, sparklers, etc.) inside the vehicle;
- to carry objects inside the living area of the vehicle that could damage the interior (bicycles, motorcycles, etc.).
- Vehicle insurance covers damage caused by the elements or as a result of an accident, theft or vandalism. The insurance does not cover damage caused by:
- theft of personal belongings and loss of motorhome / caravan equipment;
- damage to the awning;
- damage to the tires;
- damage to the vehicle’s interior and damage, destruction, loss of motorhome’s / caravan’s accessories (the awning, camping sets, dishes, levelling wedges, extension cables and tools, fire extinguisher, replacement of gas container, carriers of bicycles or bicycles, etc.).
Vehicle insurance is arranged as insurance with co-participation, which is paid by the lessee upon the occurrence of the insured event. Vehicle insurance does not cover interior equipment incl. awnings, dishes, etc. The co-participation for damage to the vehicle is agreed in the amount of 10 %, at least CZK 10,000 plus VAT for each insured event. In cases where the insurance does not cover the damages, the lessee is liable to the lessor in the full amount of damage.
Vehicle insurance is valid in the following countries: Albania, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Cyprus, Lithuania, Latvia, Luxembourg, Hungary, Macedonia, Malta, Germany, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Austria, Romania, Greece, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom. If the vehicle suffers damage caused by a gross breach of duty by the lessee (alcohol consumption, unauthorized modifications to the vehicle, improper use of the caravan and its equipment, leaving the vehicle with an unauthorized person, etc.), the lessee is obliged to compensate the lessor for damage that will not covered by the insurance company.
The full text of the GTC is available online here.