Drivalia Italy - Italy

REQUIRED RENTAL DOCUMENTS

THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE

When collecting the vehicle, both the main driver and additional drivers must present a valid Driving Licence with a photocard and a valid Passport.

A driving licence must be presented in legible Roman letters.

A credit card in the name of the main driver is required, with sufficient funds for both the security deposit and for any service or extras requested locally. The card (either credit or debit depending on the destination/supplier) must display the 16 numbers and show the expiry date. The PIN code will be required.

The Flexible Autos voucher is required when picking up your rental car.

If you do not present any of the required documents, the documentation is not valid or you do not have enough funds on your credit card, the car rental agent may refuse to deliver the vehicle, without refunding any amount if the supplier establishes it in its conditions.

Non UE citizens have to show a valid passport, a national AND International driving licence

IMPORTANT: It is the drivers responsibility to ensure that they have the appropriate licence. Please check with the embassy or consulate in advance.

Exception: UK driving licences do not need an International Driving Permit, unless the driver has either a paper driving licence or a licence issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man.

LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Driving Licences must be held for a minimum of 1 years.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

All Italian citizens need to provide a valid Italian fiscal code card when picking up rental vehicle.


DEPOSIT

DEPOSIT INFORMATION

The following deposit will be debited at the start of the rental (fuel and extras deposit might not be included in this amount) :

ECMR (ECMR), EDMR (EDMR), 400.00EUR
CDMR (CDMR), ECAE (ECAE), EDAE (EDAE), CWMR (CWMR), IFMR (IFMR),
IFAL (IFAL), IFAI (IFAI), SFAI (SFAI), SFAR (SFAR),
500.00EUR
SDAE (SDAE), FFAR (FFAR), FDAR (FDAR), SVMR (SVMR), 1000.00EUR
PDAE (PDAE), LDAR (LDAR), XFAR (XFAR), 2000.00EUR

METHODS OF PAYMENT

Form of payment accepted: American Express credit card, Mastercard credit card, Visa credit card

Form of payment NOT accepted: Cheques, Cash, Diners Club credit card, Prepaid cards, Debit cards, Credit and Debit cards for electronic use only, Maestro, Cards not issued by a bank, Virtual cards, Visa electron

For cars categories SDAR, FDAR, LDAR, XFAR the customer, signatory of the rental agreement, must provide 2 financial credit cards, both to be issued in the customer’s country of residence, in order to allow the acquisition of a security deposit on both cards.

TAXES

Unless otherwise indicated all costs indicated in these terms and conditions are subject to local taxes and fees.


EXCESS AMOUNTS

The CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) amounts are dependant on the car group:

ECMR (ECMR), EDMR (EDMR), 1200.00EUR
CDMR (CDMR), CWMR (CWMR), ECAE (ECAE), EDAE (EDAE), 2000.00EUR
IFMR (IFMR), SFAR (SFAR), SFAI (SFAI), IFAI (IFAI), IFAL (IFAL), 2500.00EUR
SDAE (SDAE), FFAR (FFAR), SVMR (SVMR), FDAR (FDAR), 3000.00EUR
PDAE (PDAE), 5000.00EUR


The TP (Theft Protection) amounts are dependant on the car group:

ECMR (ECMR), EDMR (EDMR), 2000.00EUR
CDMR (CDMR), CWMR (CWMR), ECAE (ECAE), EDAE (EDAE), 2500.00EUR
IFMR (IFMR), SFAR (SFAR), SFAI (SFAI), IFAI (IFAI), IFAL (IFAL), 3500.00EUR
SDAE (SDAE), FFAR (FFAR), SVMR (SVMR), FDAR (FDAR), 4000.00EUR
PDAE (PDAE), 5000.00EUR



FUEL POLICY

THE FUEL POLICY IS

Cars will be supplied with a full tank of fuel and should be returned full. Otherwise the client will be charged for missing fuel, plus a refuelling charge.
It’s important the customer refuels within 10 kilometers from the drop-off point and keep the fuel station ticket.
Please make a note of the fuel level on the check-in document.
Please note if returning the hire car on a Sunday, many fuel stations in Italy are closed, and will only operate automated card machines.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES: the customer has to return the vehicle with the charge level stated on the rental agreement. Otherwise he will be charged for kWh missing battery plus an extra fee


AGE RESTRICTIONS

THE AGE RESTRICTIONS ARE

All charges exclude tax and local fees, unless otherwise stated.

The Minimum Age for drivers are:

AgeRangeCharge per dayMax charge per rental
All Categories, 2121-2424.40EURN/A

There is no maximum age limit (Subject to the driving licence expiration and licence requirements)


ADDITIONAL DRIVERS

ADDITIONAL DRIVER REQUIRMENTS ARE

There is an additional driver charge of 10.98 EUR plus Vat per day, per additional driver.

All additional drivers must meet all rental requirements, accompany the main driver when picking the rental car up and sign the rental agreement.


DRIVING RESTRICTIONS

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS ARE

Driving the vehicle without prior consent outside of the hire country will invalidate the agreed insurance coverage.

CROSS BORDER/INTERNATIONAL ONE-WAYS

Please confirm, either at the time of booking and/or at the pick-up location, any restrictions and additional costs: if you are intending to drive across the border of the rental country.

International one-way travel is NOT available. The vehicle insurance will be deemed void if vehicles are not returned to the agreed pick-up location.

The driver can take the vehicle cross border providing he has informed the rental desk prior to departure. There is no extra fee for cross border travel
Please Note: Cross border travel must be requested prior to collection of the vehicle.

The customer is not allowed to travel abroad with premium cars (car group R, Q, T, W, V, S, K, Z, $) and commercial vehicles (1,2,3,4), by way of example and not exhaustive: Maserati, Tesla, Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio, Tonale, etc.

Transit abroad is allowed for other types of vehicles in the following countries: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Croatia,
France, Germany, Lichtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland,
Hungary.
However, DRIVALIA cars cannot be returned abroad.
In the case of transit abroad, it is the customer’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the traffic regulations of the vehicle in the country in which he drives.
It should be noted that in the event of a breakdown of the vehicle abroad, the roadside assistance service is limited and it depends on the availability of the supplier, which can provide, if available, a replacement car for a maximum of 3 days that must be returned within the country in which the event took place and, therefore, can not be used in any case to return to Italy.

These rules are valid only for cars picked up in Italy.

NATIONAL ONE-WAY TRAVEL

For National one-way travel, we will confirm the availability and the price of this service once the reservation has been made and we have received a confirmation from the supplier.


GRACE PERIOD

THE GRACE PERIOD IS

The supplier establishes a grace period of 59 minutes from the indicated time in the reservation.

IMPORTANT:
The client must scrupulously comply with the delivery and return times indicated in their reservation and on their voucher.
Although the number of rental days as well as their price are calculated based on 24-hour periods, some providers charge penalties or even additional days from the exact return time that appears in the reservation, without taking into account the period of 24 hours.
Flexible Autos will not make any refund / compensation for this reason.


EXTRAS

THE AVAILABLE EXTRAS ARE

Optional Extras, are to be paid locally, they do not include local taxes and fee unless otherwise stated. Extras cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability.

Baby Seat (approx. up to 9kg)18.30 EUR Per Day
Snow Chains7.00 EUR Per DayProvided free of charge if booked in advance during 15nov to 15apr where mandatory

Anti-abandonment devices are not available for children under the age of 4 (Article 172 paragraph 1bis of the Highway Code), therefore the customer can request and collect the baby seat only if in possession of his own device, for which he will be fully responsible for related assembly, use and operation.
The above-mentioned legislation applies only to drivers resident in Italy.

Winter Regulation:
For pick ups from 15nov to 15apr, Snow Chains will be free of charge and On request.

Customers must be aware that it is their responsibility to be informed where this equipment is mandatory, for this reason they have to request it at time of booking.


DELIVERY AND COLLECTION

DELIVERY AND COLLECTION AVAILABILITY

Providing the Delivery and Collection service is available, confirmation will be given at the time of booking.


OUT OF HOURS SERVICE

THE OUT OF HOURS SERVICE AVAILABILITY IS

The Out of Hour service is by request basis only. This service may not be available at all locations. There will be an extra charge of 40.00 EUR + tax, for picking up and dropping off the vehicle. In some cases airport/location fees may also be applied. All Out of Hours fees are to be pay locally.


CANCELLATIONS AND NO SHOWS

CANCELLATION AND NO SHOW POLICIES AND FEES

Cancellation policy and fees: Cancellations are generally free of charge up to 48hrs prior to collection. If your reservation is cancelled within 48 hours of your collection time, charges may apply. Please contact the Flexible Autos call centre to confirm any possible charges.
No show policy and fees: The booking will be considered a ''''No Show'''' for a number of reasons, but not limited to: failure to collect your rental car at the agreed booked time, if the main driver and any named drivers are unable to present the requested documentation, failure to present a valid driver’s licence, failure to provide a credit card with enough credit for the deposit, or are found to be incapable of driving the vehicle through, alcohol or drugs. A 100% cancellation fee will apply unless otherwise stated. No refunds are payable on cars returned early.


SUPPLIER/ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

In case of a breakdown customers must stay with the car and contact the rental office for assistance. Telephone numbers are on the rental paperwork, please confirm at the time of pick-up of the rental vehicle.

In case of an accident, the customer must remain with the vehicle, and complete a police report at the time of the incident.

In case of theft of the vehicle or vehicle equipment customers must contact the rental office and make a report to the police.

There is an Assistance Plus Option of 3 EUR per day.


EXTRA INFORMATION AND COSTS

RENTAL EXTENSION


If, upon reaching their destination, the client needs to extend their rental, they must contact the supplier personally, as neither their travel agency nor Flexible Autos are authorized to process extensions with this supplier.

You will not need to return to the office where you collected the vehicle, as the supplier will inform you of the additional amount and charge the corresponding amount to your credit card.

DELAYED OR DIVERTED FLIGHTS

Reservations will be held for 1 hour(s) from the specified reservation, during the business open hours time, after which they will be classed as a no-show. If a customer arrives after this time then a vehicle is not assured. We will do everything possible to provide a vehicle. This may include offering a different vehicle and rates may be different to the original booking. Flight numbers provided are for informational purposes only. It is the responsibility of the customer to inform the location of any delays

ADDITIONAL DAMAGE/LOSS CHARGES

In case of damage or loss to the vehicle registration plates, the customer will be charged 250.00 EUR, per plate, plus VAT.

In case of damage or loss to the vehicle keys, the customer will be charged 250.00 EUR plus VAT.

TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION FINES

If the customer receives a traffic fine, such as but not limited to, a speeding or parking fine, the customer will be charge 40.00 EUR + tax, per offence.

ACCIDENT ADMINISTRATION FINES

An accident administration fee of 50.00 EUR not including VAT is charged if the customer has been involved in an accident.

PETS ON BOARD

Pets can only be transported in the vehicle kept in a carrier. The vehicle must be cleaned before return. If a customer is found not to have done so, a cleaning fee will be charged. Please inform the supplier at the time of booking

RENTAL DURATION

The rental maximum days is 30 days


WHAT''S NOT INCLUDED

WHAT''S NOT INCLUDED IN THE BOOKING COSTS

Additional Cost such as: Towing charges. Fines. Administrative expenses for fines. Traffic congestion charges and penalties. Administrative expenses for damages. Expenses for loss of use. Toll. Extra cleaning. Special services and any other concept not included in the section of what is included.

Delivery and Collection Fees (Paid locally)

One Way Rentals

Optional Extras (Paid Locally)

Premium Roadside Assistance

Special/Additional Cleaning

Toll Charges

Tow Charges

Please read the Terms and Conditions of your vehicle hire carefully before signing for the rental vehicle.

Please note, not all supplier excess waivers cover the following, unless otherwise stated in the excess waiver packages: damage to wheels, tyres, hubcaps, locks, windows, side and rear-view mirrors, undercarriage of the vehicle, suspension, damage to clutch, damage to exterior paintwork. Any damage and loss incurred not arising from general use.

If there is an option extra and service you do not want, you must ask for the removal of the item before signing the contract. Any option extra and service that is accepted with the customer’s signature will be charged to your credit card and Flexible Autos you will not be able to reimburse it later.

DRIVER NEGLIGENCE

Driver negligence''s and deliberate damage/loss, are not covered by the suppliers insurance waivers, and will incur additional costs and administration charges, if the customer has been found to have acted against the terms and conditions of the rental agreement:

Dropping the rental vehicle off at a supplier office, other than agreed in the rental agreement.

Abandoning the vehicle.

All costs derived from the use of the incorrect and/or lack of petrol.

The supplier is not to be held liable for items stolen, forgotten or lost inside the vehicle. It is recommended having these items covered through personal travel cover.

The loss/damage of the vehicle documents and/or keys.

It is not permitted to remove the vehicles seats.

If the driver is found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and/or found using their cellular phone at the time of the accident.

Driving the vehicle when tired and not feeling well.

The use not permitted includes and is not limited to the following cases mentioned by way of example: Pushing or towing another vehicle.

Driving in areas not suited to public transport, such as beaches, race tracks, forestry roads, back roads, dirt roads and very poorly paved roads that could cause damage to the underside of the vehicle.

Driving the vehicle in restricted areas, and more specifically on airport roads and other roads for aeronautical and/or military use.

Negligent behaviour when the vehicle’s indicators show an alert that customer’s state are known to them when they sign the agreement.

Transport of goods or animals and, in particular, substances that are hazardous, inflammable and/or poisonous for the vehicle and its occupants.

The transport of individuals or goods for which the customers receive direct or indirect payment.

Using the vehicle for unlawful activities, reckless driving, sub-leasing the vehicle, giving driving lesson, or teaching special driving technics.

Transporting a number of passengers and amount of luggage not authorised for the vehicle concerned.

Manipulation of the speedometer. Customers must report any malfunction of the speedometer to the supplier immediately.

Transport of luggage or any other item on the vehicle’s roof, even when an adequate luggage rack is used for the purpose.

Damage to the vehicle caused by leaving tempting items in plain sight inside the vehicle.

Dirtying the inside of the vehicle beyond what would be expected from reasonable and careful use.

Driving against the traffic regulations.

The vehicle is driven by a person who is not authorised to do so in the agreement, as either a customer and/or a supplementary driver.

Continued use of the vehicle after the rental period has ended.


DISCLAIMER

TERMS AND CONDITION AMENDMENTS

Flexible Autos makes every effort to ensure that all the information provided is correct at the time of booking. The terms and conditions presented in the rental voucher are reviewed and updated by the supplier on a regular basis. Flexible cars are not responsible for the updates if made after the booking has been made.

The supplier has the right to refuse to serve the vehicle if he considers that the driver is displaying inappropriate behaviour or suspects that the driver might be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
The supplier has also the right to refuse to serve the vehicle if the driver intends to use the vehicle commercially rather than for holiday purposes (except for cargo vans).


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

DEPOSIT

If Zero Excess product is purchased guarantee deposit will be:

MCMR - ECMR - EDMR: EURO 300,00
CDMR - CWMR - CLMR - SDMR, ECAE, SDAI: EURO 400,00
SFAR - SDAR - FDAR - FVMR: EURO 500,00
LDAR, XFAR EURO1.000.00



ATTENTION: In these areas: Campania, Catania, Calabria and Puglia, even if the customer has taken out the TOP COVER (Flexible Autos Premium package), the excess for theft remains:

1.000.00 EUR for the categories: MCMR, EBMR, ECMR, EDMR,

1.150.00 EUR for categories: CDMR, ECAE, CWMR

1.750,00 EUR for the categories: IFMR, SDMR, SDAI

2.000,00 EUR for categories: SFAR, SDAR, FDAR, FVMR

2.500,00 EUR for categories LDAR, XFAR