Terms & Conditions

Tripz.uk Hire Terms & Conditions
Last updated 18th November 2021

Definitions

‘I’, ‘me’, ‘my’, ‘you’, ‘yours’, ‘yourself’, ‘they’, ‘them’ and ‘hirer’ refers jointly and severally to the person or persons who are the Customers.

‘Customer’ means the person or persons nominated as the hirer under the heading ‘Hirers Name / Contact’ on the Rental Agreement, any person whose credit or debit card is presented in payment of the Customer’s charges, or any person who deems themselves to be the legal entity and ultimately responsible for the motorhome. Should the legal entity be different from the driver, then full name, address and contact phone numbers must be supplied.

‘Tripz.uk’ means Walker Plant (Yorkshire) Ltd, trading as Tripz.uk, Ashlar House, 230 Cumberworth Lane, Denby Dale, HD8 8PR

‘This Agreement’ means the Rental Agreement, the Insurance Motor Rental Agreement and these Terms and Conditions. In the event of any discrepancy between these Terms and Conditions and any other Tripz.uk literature, the provisions of these Terms and Conditions shall apply.

‘Booking’ the confirmed reservation of a motorhome hire and includes the payment of the Booking deposit and/ or full balance for the rental.

‘Booking Deposit’ Means the monetary amount required to confirm the motorhome Booking.

‘Rental Period’ Means the hire period as stated on the Rental Agreement or any agreed variation thereof and any additional period during which the Vehicle is in the Customer’s possession or control.

‘Vehicle’ Means the Vehicle as stated on the Rental Agreement and includes tyres, tools, accessories, the Living Equipment and any other special equipment, documents related to the Vehicle and any replacement or substitute Vehicle which may be provided at the discretion of Tripz.uk.

‘Living Equipment’ Includes but is not limited to the following; TV, DVD player & aerial, Radio/USB stereo, oven, crockery, cutlery & cooking utensils.

‘Security Deposit’ Means the amount held as security by Tripz.uk in relation to this hire.

‘Overhead Damage’ Is deemed as any damage sustained to any part of the Vehicle, its equipment and or any third-party property which occurs above 6 feet (1.83 metres) in height measured from the ground upwards.

1. Depot Hours

Summer Hours: 1st April to 31st October

Monday to Saturday: 08h00 – 17h00* – Excluding Bank Holidays.

Winter hours: 1st November to 30th March

Monday to Saturday: 08h00 – 16h00* – Excluding Bank Holidays.

*Last collection time for all Vehicles is 1 hour prior to the depot closing; it typically takes 1 hour to hand over the Vehicle. All systems required to check out the Vehicle are closed off 1 hour prior to depot closure and staff are unable to process any collections or returns after this time. Unfortunately, if you do arrive after this close off time you will need to make alternative arrangements, at your own cost until the office re-opens the next working day.

2. Hire Rates Quoted Include

  • VAT.
  • Mileage is limited to 200 miles per day, excess miles charged at 50p per mile.
  • UK standard Vehicle insurance*
  • UK standard equipment & breakdown**

All prices quoted in the Agreement are gross prices.

*Insurance loading. In some cases, Tripz.uk will incur additional charges if the driver to be insured has a traffic conviction, more than 1 insurance claim or is in an occupation which is deemed high risk. These charges will be passed onto the Customer.

**Tripz.uk will supply full breakdown cover to cover any mechanical faults to the base chassis of the motorhome. Any call out charges necessitated by the client through operator error, e.g., a flat Vehicle battery, wrong or insufficient fuel, keys locked in a motorhome etc, will be the responsibility of the client.

3. Minimum Hire

This ranges from 3 to 7 nights depending on the season. Tripz.uk reserves the right to increase the minimum hire period for certain events.

4. Payment

A Booking is only binding after it has been confirmed by Tripz.uk and a Booking Deposit payment of 25% of the total hire cost has been received. These terms and conditions including our cancellation policy apply from this point onwards. Once a Booking is made, a confirmation email will be sent out to the customer. Settlement of the remaining balance will be due six weeks prior to departure.

Tripz.uk reserves the right to cancel the Booking if payment is not received six weeks prior to departure. Payment is accepted by all major credit cards and debit cards or by bank transfer (except for Discover, JCB and union pay).

For late Bookings (less than six weeks before departure) the full rental price is payable on Booking. Vehicles will not be released without full payment being completed. Tripz.uk reserves the right to increase the Booking deposit for certain events or promotions.

5. Cancellation Charges

  • More than 6 weeks before hire date: 25% of total hire cost or Booking Deposit (whichever is greater).
  • 6 weeks – 2 weeks before hire date: 50% of total hire charge.
  • 2 weeks – No Show: 100% of total hire charge.

A ‘No Show’ is deemed as the Customer not presenting themselves on the first day of the Rental Period to collect their motorhome and not communicating to Tripz.uk prior to this date that they will be collecting the Vehicle on an alternative date/time within the booked Rental Period. Should the hire be deemed a No Show, the Booking will be automatically cancelled at close of business that day and the Vehicle will be released for re-hire to another party. No refunds whatsoever will be due.

Tripz.uk cannot postpone or transfer money from one hire to another. Tripz.uk reserves the right to amend our cancellation policy for certain events.

Covid-19 Cancellation Policy
Valid for all Bookings made from 1st July 2021. A no quibble refund on your Booking or postponement less a £25.00 admin fee. This Covid policy applies under the following UK government guidance:

  • UK government guidance causes closure of the Tripz.uk depot on the date when your collection is due to take place.
  • UK government guidance advises a full UK-wide lockdown resulting in a full ban on all non-essential travel over the dates you are due to hire.

6. Extras

  • Additional driver: £10.00 per person, per night, up to a maximum of 2 additional drivers per hire.
  • You can have no more than 6 Points or fixed penalty notices on your license (UK licences only): Convictions with the following codes may not get cover AC, BA, CD, DD, DR, MS, TT, UT and IN. Please check with Tripz.uk if you wish to insure a driver who has any of these endorsement codes on their licence even if you think they have expired.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): £25.00 per night (terms apply, please see section 25, Collision Damage Waiver for further details).

7. European Travel

We now offer our motorhomes to travel throughout the UK and European Countries. Any breach of this will invalidate any insurance, and the Customer will become liable for all damage and accidents.

8. Car Parking Facilities

Tripz.uk does allow Customers to leave their Vehicles at their own risk onsite for the duration of their motorhome hire as long as:

  • the customer does so at their own risk; Tripz.uk cannot and will not be held liable for any damage caused to their Vehicle whilst on site.
  • the Customer locks and secures their Vehicle and removes any personal items on show.
  • the Customer retains custody of their Vehicles keys.

9. Motorhome Collection & Return

Collection: Standard collection time is 15h00. Please see section 1, depot hours for further details.

  • Please allow 1 hour for the hand-over at the depot; this allows us to complete the documentation and demonstrate your Vehicle to you.
  • All drivers need to be present on collection of the motorhome and must bring their full valid licence and credit or debit card for Security Deposit. Please see section 22, Drivers for further details.
  • Note: Tripz.uk will make every effort to have your motorhome ready for the collection time you have selected however Tripz.uk cannot guarantee that your Vehicle will be ready for this time. Should this be the case no refunds will be due to you, there will be no extension of your hire, and the motorhome will still be required to be returned in accordance with the details set out below.

Return: Standard return time is 10h00. The Vehicle must be returned on the correct date and before the time stated on the rental agreement.

    • Please allow 1 hour for the hand-over at the depot.
    • The Hirer will be liable for the full Security Deposit amount should they abandon the Vehicle without agreement from Tripz.uk.
    • Vehicles must be returned undamaged, with a full tank of fuel.
    • The wastewater and toilet cassette must be emptied prior to return and the interior clean, in the same condition as when the motorhome left the depot, otherwise a charge will be made for additional valeting and/or upholstery cleaning if required. In addition, a separate toilet cleaning fee will apply if the toilet waste tank is not empty on return. Please see section 13, Rental and other charges for further details. Please note that there are no toilet emptying facilities at Tripz.uk’s depot so this must be emptied prior to return.

Lost property: It is the hirers responsibility to make sure that upon return of the motorhome all of their personal possessions & rubbish are removed from the Vehicle. The Vehicle may be going back out again on hire that same day, Tripz.uk cannot be held responsible should an item be left on board. Tripz.uk will do our utmost to contact the hirer if items are handed in. Tripz.uk reserves the right to dispose of any lost property should arrangements not be made for collection.

Late return: If you will be late returning Tripz.uk must be advised immediately. Failure to do so may result in a prosecution for driving whilst uninsured. An additional charge of £100.00 per hour (or part thereof), will also be payable for all late returns.

10. Motorhome Systems

Tripz.uk will carry out a full Pre Hire Inspection (PHI) on every motorhome before the commencement of your hire. The PHI involves testing every system on board the motorhome to ensure they are operating correctly. In conjunction with this the hirer will be taken on a tour of the motorhome and shown how each system works. 

Should an onboard system fail during your hire, Tripz.uk will make every effort to remedy the fault whilst you are away but, in some circumstances, this may not be possible and Tripz.uk cannot be held responsible and will not refund any monies should a loss of service be encountered, nor have any obligation to provide a replacement Vehicle. Tripz.uk cannot be held responsible for any consequential events, losses or costs arising out of the failure of any items/system on board the motorhome. 

In the case of winter hire, Tripz.uk cannot, and will not be held responsible in the event of any damage or inconveniences caused by freezing conditions. This is the responsibility of the hirer.

11. Vehicle Acceptance

You acknowledge having received the Vehicle in a clean condition and in sound working order in accordance with the Motorhome Handover Checklist and with a full fuel l tank, full AdBlue tank, full LPG gas bottle and full freshwater tank.

You acknowledge that Tripz.uk will not refund to you any monies if the Vehicle is returned or you cease to have use of the Vehicle or an item of equipment on the Vehicle prior to the return date for any reason e.g., accident, weather, theft or damage.

12. Change of Vehicle

Tripz.uk reserves the right, at its absolute discretion, to substitute a comparable Vehicle for the Vehicle ordered. In that event, you shall not be liable for any increased rental pertaining to the substitute Vehicle. Such substitution shall not entitle you to any refund and does not constitute a breach of This Agreement.

Should the Customer decide to change the motorhome that they have booked, subject to availability Tripz.uk will try to accommodate the request where possible. Should there be an increase in the daily rental cost, the client will be liable for the increased premium in line with section 4, payment terms. Should the daily rental cost be lower, the original booked price will stand, and no refund will be given. Should Tripz.uk not be able to accommodate the request and the Customers decides to cancel the Booking, Tripz.uk cancellation terms shall apply, see section 5, cancellation charges for more details

13. Rental and Other Charges

You will pay Tripz.uk:

a. All rental charges.

b.  The Security Deposit.

c. Administration fee of £25.00 per amendment of a confirmed Booking or per penalty charge notice received.

d. The nominated valeting fee and /or upholstery cleaning fee if the Vehicle is not returned with the interior in a clean condition.

e. The nominated additional fee of £150.00 if the toilet and wastewater tank are not emptied prior to the return of the Vehicle.

f. Excess mileage over 200 miles per day at 50p per mile.

g. The nominated refilling fee should the fuel tank not be returned completely full

  • Charges:
    ¾ to full = £85.00
    ½ to ¾ full = £100.00
    ¼ to ½ full = £135.00
    empty to ¼ full = £175.00

h. The late fee of £100.00 per hour should the Vehicle be returned after the agreed time as stated on the rental agreement.

i. The nominated cancellation fee as per the cancellation policy in the event of cancellation of. This Agreement prior to acceptance or delivery of the Vehicle.

j. The cost of any damage to the Vehicle or third-party property, subject to the insurance or CDW cover.

k. The insurance excess should there be damage involving third party property or the theft of the Vehicle. This applies in respect of each claim, not hire.

I. All government fees and duties etc.

m. All parking fines, other fines or penalties and associated administration costs incurred in relation to the Vehicle during the Rental Period.

n. Any other fees or charges payable by you pursuant to This Agreement. This includes any costs incurred by Tripz.uk as a result of any breach by you of the terms of This Agreement.

o. Demurrage; the nightly rental rate for the period the Vehicle is off fleet; e.g. for accident repairs.

p. Any additional costs over and above the Security Deposit value should damages exceed the Security Deposit value.

q. The cost to recover a vehicle.

r. In the case of gross negligence Tripz.uk reserves the right to recover full costs in order to return the motorhome to the state in which it was handed over.

14. Errors in Rental Charges

Total charges as set out therein are not final. You agree to pay any shortfall in charges to Tripz.uk and you will receive a refund for any overcharge acknowledged by Tripz.uk.

15. Security Deposit

There is a refundable £1500.00 Security Deposit payable by credit card or debit card. The card should be in the lead drivers name and the amount will be debited from your account immediately. Pre-paid currency cards cannot be accepted. Tripz.uk reserves the right to increase the Security Deposit in certain circumstances or for specific events e.g., World Cup events, Festivals, customers travelling with pets, for any other hire where the Motorhome is carrying 4 or more adults the Security Deposit to £2000.00. Cheque payments are not accepted against the Security Deposit.

a. On taking delivery of the Vehicle, you agree to pay the Security Deposit.

b. You irrevocably authorise Tripz.uk to deduct from the Security Deposit any amounts due by you to Tripz.uk arising out of This Agreement.

c. In the event that Tripz.uk elects to accept payment of the Security Deposit by holding an open security payment; a pre-authorisation for the full security amount will be processed and authorised by the Customer either by entering their card details and submitting them through our online self-check in system or by inputting their card into our card terminal and entering their pin number.

d. The Security Deposit will be refunded within 7 working days or the open security payment will be automatically released by our bank once the Vehicle has been returned to the depot as per the criteria set out in section 9, Motorhome collection and return and as long as there are no outstanding insurance claims. It will not be refunded on return of the motorhome.

e. Should any damages or costs exceed the Security Deposit the customer will be responsible to settle all additional costs over and above the Security Deposit value within 7 days of being notified of the cost.

Note: Where the hirer has opted for the CDW option and has complied with its terms stated below (section 25), no excess will be charged in the event of a Road Traffic Accident (RTA) or collision, but they should be aware that the Security Deposit will be used to fund any loss or damage what so ever to equipment, fixtures and fittings, windows, valeting or upholstery fees, refuelling costs or negligent damage to the Vehicle. Should these damages exceed the Security Deposit held, the customer will be liable for the total cost and the difference will need to be settled within 7 days of returning the motorhome.

16. Use of the Vehicle

You agree that during the Rental Period, you will not and will not allow the Vehicle to be:

a. Driven otherwise than in a cautious, prudent and normal manner.

b. Used in a manner which could cause damage.

c. Driven in a prohibited area or in an area other than the areas indicated by you to Tripz.uk

d. Driven by a person under the influence of alcohol or drugs or with a blood alcohol level in excess of that permitted by law.

e.  Left open whilst the Vehicle is unoccupied.

f. Left with the ignition key in the Vehicle while it is unoccupied.

g. Driven by persons:

i. Under the age of 25 years
ii. Aged 79 or over
iii. Who is not authorised by law to drive the Vehicle. Particulars of a proposed licensed driver of the Vehicle are set out under the heading ‘Hire’s name/ contact’ on the Rental Agreement.

h. Damaged by:

i. Submersion in water
ii. Contact with Salt Water

i. Used for any illegal purpose for any race, rally or contest.

j. Used to tow any Vehicle or trailer.

k. Used to carry passengers or property for hire or reward.

l. Used to carry more persons than is permitted by any relevant authority or detailed in the Vehicle manual or on the Vehicle or specified in This Agreement.

m. Used to carry volatile liquids, gases, explosives or other corrosive or inflammable material.

n. Otherwise used in breach of my obligations under This Agreement.

17. Road Restrictions

All Vehicles may only be driven on sealed / bitumen roads.

You acknowledge that Tripz.uk reserves the right at any time, at its sole discretion, to restrict Vehicle movements in certain areas due to adverse road or weather conditions or any other reasonable cause.

18. Alterations to the Vehicle

You shall not make any alterations or additions to the Vehicle without the prior written consent of Tripz.uk.

19. Title to Vehicle

You acknowledge that Tripz.uk retains title to the Vehicle and its contents and that you possess the goods as a mere bailee only. You do not have any right to pledge Tripz.uk’s credit in connection with the Vehicle and agree not to do so. You shall not agree, attempt, offer or purport to sell, assign, sublet, lend, pledge, mortgage, let on hire, or otherwise part with or attempt to part with the personal possession of or otherwise deal with the Vehicle.

20. Smoking

All Tripz.uk motorhomes are non-smoking Vehicles which includes the use of vapes & e-cigarette. Tripz.uk reserves the right to impose additional Valeting and or Upholstery cleaning fees and charge demurrage should smoke be detected in the motorhome.

21. Passengers

Tripz.uk authorises the use of these Vehicles up to the stated number of passengers. Each person is to use the safety restraints provided at all times whilst the Vehicle is in motion. Carrying more than the authorised number of passengers is against the law and in breach of This Agreement. Child seats are the responsibility of the hirer to fit themselves.

22. Pets

Tripz.uk authorises pet(s) to be taken on board if:

  • An increased Security Deposit is paid (see section: 15, Security Deposit).
  • They are not left in the Vehicle unattended.
  • They are not allowed on any of the soft furnishings or upholstery (this includes the beds, seats/sofas).
  • The Vehicle is returned in a clean and tidy condition as if a pet was never present. Should this not be the case, or any pet hairs are found, cleaning charges and upholstery cleaning charges will apply. The minimum charge for this is £100.00.
  • You agree to cover the cost of all damage caused by a pet, even if it exceeds the Security Deposit (see section 13, Rental and other charges for further details).

23. Drivers

  • Age limits: insurance 25 to 79 years.
  • Maximum of 3 drivers per rental.
  • All drivers must have held a valid licence for more than 2 years that entitles them to drive a UK category B Vehicle up to 3500kg GMW.
  • We accept driving licence’s from the UK, European and Commonwealth Countries.
  • The driver must be able to demonstrate that they have driven on a regular basis (More than 3 times per week) for at least 3 years and feel confident to drive a Vehicle of the dimensions of our largest motorhome 7.6m long 2.4m wide and 3.2m high.
  • Drivers holding only an automatic driving licence can only hire our auto models and this must be declared at the time of Booking.
  • All drivers must be present at checkout of the Motorhome. No exceptions can be made.
  • Production of a full, valid standard photo driver’s licence, as well as an online licence check and two proofs of address, from separate sources, are required from all drivers at the start of hire.
  • Copies will be taken of all identification presented and will be retained for 7 years for the purpose of, but not limited to the defence of any legal claim(s).
  • If you have a photocard GB licence we require the photocard and your NI (National Insurance) number to check your licence details on the DVLA’s online system. We are unable to insure you if we have not DVLA checked your licence details.
  • If you have a modern Northern Ireland licence, we require both the photocard and the paper counterpart.
  • Your licence address must be your current home address, if not, then in addition to this we will require either a utility bill or bank statement which has your name and current address listed.
  • All drivers whose licences are issued outside of the EU or Commonwealth are required to supply a valid International driving permit alongside your standard licence at the start of hire. This must be issued in the country your standard licence was issued and must confirm you are able to drive a UK category B Vehicle up to 3500kg GMW. Should any driver fail to present all the correct documentation and identification on collection of the motorhome or do not meet the driver requirements stated in the terms and conditions, then Tripz.uk will be unable to release the motorhome and no refunds will be given.
  • Endorsements on licences: you must declare at the time of Booking if there are any endorsements on your licence. Tripz.uk can accept up to 6 speeding points that occurred within the last 5 years (charges apply).
  • In the event of using a vehicle to tow, drivers must have the correct driving entitlement on their licence.

For more than 6 points or for any conviction other than for speeding, including, but not limited to the following codes: AC, BA, CD, DD, DR, IN, LC, MS, UT, MR and TT or for any driver disqualification within the last 5 years Tripz.uk may not be able to get cover. No refund will be given if the hire is cancelled because we are unable to insure you to drive.

  • Insurance claims: You must declare at the time of Booking if you have made or had Vehicle insurance claim made against you within the last 5 years. Tripz.uk may not be able to get cover should you have had 2 or more claims within the last 3 years.
  • Driver occupations: you must declare your occupation on booking of the Vehicle. Tripz.uk may not be able to offer cover for the following occupations:
    • Celebrities
    • Sports personalities
    • Musicians
    • Entertainers
    • Serving Foreign Armed service personnel
    • Embassy employees based in the UK
    • Students under the age of 30

Should the driver not disclose that they fulfil one of the above occupations even in a part time capacity, this will render the agreement as void and the hirer will be fully liable.

  • Drivers are personally liable for all legal penalties (e.g.: parking tickets, congestion charges, speeding fines) which are incurred during the period of hire.
  • Tripz.uk is unable to insure any driver with no fixed abode.

24. Insurance (provided all the personal information supplied is correct)

The Vehicle is insured for theft and damage to the Vehicle and the property of a third party; but does not include any personal insurance for the Customer (including death or bodily injury to the driver) or cover any personal possessions. 

When using a vehicle with the facility to tow a trailer, the trailer will only be covered Third Party and Tripz.uk will not be liable for any damage to the trailer. Tripz.uk will only allow trailers with the MAM of the driver’s licence entitlement and the within the towing limits of the vehicle. If a hirer should exceed these limits, they will be liable for any damage to the vehicle or vehicle’s engine.

The hire rate quoted includes a standard excess of £1500.00 per accident, reported incident or Vehicle theft.

In the event of any damage to either the Vehicle or third party property, the hirer will be liable for the first £1500.00 per claim. In the event of the theft of the Vehicle, the hirer will be liable for the full cost of the Vehicle; once a theft has been reported to both Tripz.uk and the police, a claim will be lodged with the insurer. The keys must be returned to Tripz.uk. Should the insurer accept the claim and agrees to reimburse Tripz.uk for the cost of the Vehicle, the liability to the hirer will reduce to the first £1500.00 of the claim (excess). Please note: if the keys are not returned to Tripz.uk, the insurer will not accept the claim and liability for the full cost of the Vehicle will remain with the hirer.

Only persons named on the Rental Agreement are insured to drive the Vehicle. Please note that no insurance cover (including CDW) is offered for Overhead Damage, any damaged deemed as gross negligence, or any internal damages, therefore the hirer accepts fully liability for these which is in addition to the standard Vehicle excess should that apply.

Windscreens and /or tyre damage is not covered by the standard Vehicle insurance and therefore excess, however Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) does cover these items, (conditions apply), please see section 25, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) for further details.

Tripz.uk will be responsible should damage to personal possessions or bodily injury occur (including death) as a result of proven gross negligence on Tripz.uk’s part i.e. our actions or failure to act. Tripz.uk will not be responsible for any loss which is a side effect of the main loss e.g., loss of profits or opportunity. This is separate from the Vehicle insurance provided.

25. Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)

Collision Damage Waiver at £25.00 per night will reduce the £1500.00 excess for damage caused due to a Road Traffic Accident (RTA) or collision (i.e. reported accident) to either the Vehicle or third party property to £250. It will also cover the cost of replacement tyres or windscreen. However, it will not cover any damage to the Vehicle or third party property caused through a reversing manoeuvre, any damage deemed as malicious i.e. Vehicle break in or vandalism, cover the replacement or repair of windows, or cover the theft of the Vehicle.

No insurance cover is offered for Overhead Damage, any damaged deemed as gross negligence or any internal damages therefore full liability will apply. This applies in respect of the first incident and / or claim, not the entire duration of the rental. Once an accident has occurred CDW cannot be restarted and standard insurance terms will apply. The incident must be reported to Tripz.uk within 24 hours otherwise the CDW cover will not be applicable. Maximum charge term for CDW is 21 nights.

Should the Terms and Conditions not be adhered to, the CDW will be void and the Customer will be liable in full for all costs and damages. Please note that the CDW is completely optional and can be decided upon collection of your Vehicle. After the hire has commenced, CDW cannot be taken out. CDW cannot be offered to drivers over the age of 70.

26. Vehicle Damage – Insurance Cover

You are aware that:
a. The Vehicle is insured for damage to the Vehicle and the property of a third party; but does not include any personal insurance for the Customer or their possessions.

b. Neither the Standard Insurance nor Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) covers Overhead Damage. The hirer will be responsible for the cost to repair all damages.

c. You will have to pay an excess for any Insurance claim regardless of which party is at fault for the accident. The insurance excess is £1500.00 per claim, not per rental.

d. The excess may be reduced or removed, in most circumstances when a Road traffic accident (RTA) has taken place, by taking out CDW cover. Terms apply; (please see clause 25, CDW). If CDW was accepted by the hirer, it is set out under the ‘Insurance Declaration’ on the Rental Agreement and an additional premium must have been paid.

e. You will not have any insurance cover and you will be responsible for the total cost of any damage if you breach any of the terms of This Agreement.

f. You will be responsible for any damage caused through gross negligence and will not be covered by the insurance including CDW.

27. Responsibility when Accident Occurs

a. In the event of any accident, loss or damage arising out of the use of the Vehicle, you will:

i. Notify Tripz.uk within 24hrs of the happening of the event.
ii. Obtain the names and addresses of third parties and any witnesses and report the event to the nearest police station.
iii. Complete an accident claim form as supplied.
iv. Not make any admission of liability to other parties, settlement offer or other like offer.
vi. Assist Tripz.uk in handling any claim arising from any event, including providing all relevant information and attending Court to give evidence.

b. You acknowledge that the excess or other amount due by you in respect of any damage arising from an accident, loss or damage is payable at the time of reporting the event and not at the completion of the Rental Period, regardless of which party is at fault.

c.  You will pay for any costs relating to the delivery of a change over Vehicle as a result of an accident regardless of which party is at fault.

d. No Security Deposit or insurance excess will be refunded until any claim is settled.

28. Maintenance

a. You shall take all reasonable steps to properly maintain the Vehicle, including checking oil, coolant and AdBlue levels, tyre pressures and batteries.

b. You are aware that the Vehicle will be supplied with a full tank of diesel, AdBlue and a full tank of gas and that it is your responsibility to replenish these throughout the hire and return these all full, otherwise charges will apply. Tripz.uk will not be held responsible should you run out of any of these during your hire.

c.  You acknowledge that Tripz.uk will reimburse you for expenditure up to UK £40.00 reasonably incurred in rectifying any mechanical failure to the drive train and engine of the Vehicle (not including the water system, refrigerator, heating, audio, and DVD equipment, provided that:
i. You produce relevant receipts: and
ii. You have received the prior consent of Tripz.uk
iii. The damage is not due to your fault or your breach of This Agreement.

d. Subject to the terms of This Agreement, you will pay for the cost of repairing or replacing tyres damaged during the Rental Period. Tripz.uk will reimburse you for expenditure reasonably incurred if:
i. The tyre is defective and is returned by you to Tripz.uk for inspection; and
ii. You produce relevant receipts; and
iii. The manufacturer accepts liability under his warranty.
iv. CDW was taken out.

e. You will be liable for any costs associated with allowing the engine oil, coolants or AdBlue to run empty and cause damage to the Vehicle’s engine.

f. You will be liable for any costs associated with the incorrect use of fuel.

29. Credit and Debit Card Payment

Visa card and MasterCard credit cards only. All debit cards accepted. Pre-paid currency cards are accepted for payments but not for the Security Deposit.

When payment is paid by credit, debit or pre-paid currency card, you agree that:

  • Tripz.uk is irrevocably authorised to complete any documentation and to take any other action to recover from your credit or debit card issuer all amounts due by you pursuant to This Agreement, including but not limited to those outlined in section 13, Rental and other charges.
  • You will not dispute your liability to Tripz.uk for any amount due under This Agreement and you shall indemnify and keep Tripz.uk indemnified against any loss incurred (including legal costs) by reason of notifying your credit or debit card issuer of such dispute.
  • Tripz.uk may process the credit or debit card voucher; in the event that Tripz.uk elects to accept payment of the Security Deposit by holding an open security payment, which will be cancelled 7 days after the completion of the Rental Period, as per section 15, Security Deposit, you agree that Tripz.uk is entitled to recover payment from your credit or debit card issuer pursuant to section 28, in respect of any amounts due which were not known at the time of cancelling the open security payment.
  • You acknowledge that all transactions under This Agreement are conducted in Pounds Sterling.

30. Payment of Charges, Joint and Several Liability

All charges and expenses payable by you under This Agreement are due on demand by Tripz.uk. If you do not pay all charges on time, you agree to pay interest at 1.5% per month above the base rate as published by HSBC on the outstanding balance and any additional costs incurred by Tripz.uk, including reasonable legal fees to recover the outstanding money owed. When the Customer comprises of more than one person, each person is liable jointly and severally for all obligations of the Customer pursuant to This Agreement.

31. Terminating the Agreement

You acknowledge that Tripz.uk may terminate This Agreement and repossess the Vehicle at any time, without notification to you, and that you will pay the reasonable costs of repossessing the Vehicle, including towing charges if:
a. You are in breach of any term of This Agreement.
b. You have obtained the Vehicle through fraud or misrepresentation.
c. Any statement, representation or warranty made by you in respect to yourself or additional drivers is incorrect.
d. The Vehicle appears to be abandoned.
e. The Vehicle is not returned on the agreed return date or Tripz.uk reasonably believes that the Vehicle will not be returned on the agreed return date.
f. Tripz.uk considers, on reasonable grounds, that the safety of passengers or the condition of the Vehicle is in danger. You understand that in the event of such termination or repossession, you have no right to a refund of any part of the rental charges, or the Security Deposit.

32. Release and Indemnity of Tripz.uk

a. Subject to its obligation to deliver the Vehicle or an appropriate substitute Vehicle, you release Tripz.uk, its employees and agents, from any liability to you (regardless of who is at fault) for any loss or damage incurred by you by reason of This Agreement, including but not limited to:
i. Any loss or damage caused by breakdown, mechanical defect, accident, or the Vehicle being unsuitable for my purpose.
ii. Any loss or damage to any property left in or on the Vehicle, in any service Vehicle or on any Tripz.uk premises or recovered or handled by Tripz.uk.

b. Subject to any insurance arrangements agreed with Tripz.uk, you hereby indemnify and shall keep indemnified Tripz.uk, its employees and agents against any claims, demands and expenses (including legal costs) incurred or sustained by them or any of them by reason of my use and/or possession of the Vehicle.

33. Changes

Any changes to This Agreement must be in writing and must be signed on behalf of Tripz.uk and by you.

34. Force Majeure

Tripz.uk will make every effort to ensure that the reserved Motorhome is available for you at the correct time. If, due to circumstances beyond our control, this is not possible and if an alternative or acceptable Motorhome is not available our liability is limited to the refunds of all monies paid by you.

35. Your Warranties

You warrant that all information supplied by you to Tripz.uk in connection with This Agreement is accurate and truthful.

36. Proper Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the law of Great Britain in which This Agreement was signed.

37. Data Protection

Your personal data and information that you have provided to Tripz.uk will be processed for the following purposes and in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website:

  • To fulfil this contract / agreement placed with us, including but not limited to motorhome hire and production of the Rental agreement, your personal data including copies of all identification documents provided and all data entered in the Rental Agreement will be retained for 7 years for the purpose of, but not limited to the defence of any legal claim(s).
  • To fulfil our legal requirements as a Vehicle rental company.
  • We will not transfer your personal data to any third party, unless:
    • It is to book a third-party service for you including ferry crossing and taxi transfers.
    • It is to enrol you in a third-party membership including Caravan Club, Camping, and Caravanning Club and English Heritage memberships.
    • It is for on road Vehicle assistance for example Vehicle recovery/breakdown providers and repair workshops.
    • It is to our insurer and GRP.
    • It is to the police, local authorities, councils, or DVLA if we suspect or are notified that a road traffic offence/ contravention has occurred.
    • It is to local authorities, councils and private parking companies if we suspect or are notified that you breached private parking terms and conditions, dart and congestion charges.
    • To insurance companies if we suspect or are notified of an incident with a third party.
    • It is to the police, DVLA and Customs and Port authorities if we suspect or are alerted to criminal activity.
    • Our bank or merchant provider in line with transactional processing.
    • You are in breach of our agreement in which case we may notify the BVRLA’s RISC database, police, our solicitors, debt collection agencies, credit reference agencies and any other relevant organizations.
    • The third party is our subcontractor or a member of our companies, who is processing personal data on our behalf securely and in accordance with our instructions.
    • It is for feedback on our products and services provided.
    • It is otherwise authorised under the Data Protection Act.

By entering into This Agreement, you agree that we can process and store your personal information in connection with This Agreement including data collected from the Vehicle which may include your location(s) from our Vehicle tracking system and also diagnostics (telematics). We may use your information to analyse statistics, for market research, credit control and to protect our assets.

You agree that if you break the terms of This Agreement, we can pass your personal information to any relevant organisation. We can also give this information to the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), which can share your personal information with its members to prevent crime and protect their assets, as allowed under the Data Protection Act 1998.

We agree to keep all personal information in a secure environment and will comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 and our own privacy policy and any other applicable date protection legislation currently in force.

38. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the parties and there are no other oral undertakings, warranties or agreements between the parties relating to the subject matter of This Agreement. Tripz.uk reserves the right to add or amend the Vehicle specifications and rental charges without prior notice. This Agreement does not affect your statuary rights under civil law.

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