RENTAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1) FORMATION OF THE RENTAL AGREEMENT

A rental agreement is formed between the rental company (BR Autovuokraamo Oy, Business ID 3509110-9) and the person signing the rental contract (hereinafter “the renter”).
The renter or driver must have held a valid driving licence for at least one year and possess sufficient driving skills and experience. For certain vehicle categories, the rental company reserves the right to require a longer licence period, additional driving experience, or a higher minimum age.

2) HANDOVER OF THE VEHICLE TO THE RENTER

2.1 The rental company must provide the vehicle to the renter as agreed in the contract.
2.2 The rental vehicle has been inspected by the rental company or its partner before handover. The renter must also inspect the vehicle upon pickup to verify any existing damage or deficiencies.
2.3 The renter must immediately notify the rental company of any damage not listed on the vehicle’s damage report before taking the vehicle into use.

3) USE OF THE VEHICLE DURING THE RENTAL PERIOD

3.1 The renter must take care of the vehicle as if it were their own and exercise particular caution while driving. The vehicle must be used only in the manner for which it is intended. During the rental period, the renter must monitor the vehicle’s condition, including tyre pressure and fluid levels. The vehicle must be locked whenever left unattended.

3.2 The renter agrees to drive the vehicle personally. It may be driven by another person only with a separate written agreement. Any driver must have a valid licence, sufficient experience, and knowledge of these terms.

3.3 The vehicle may not be used for illegal purposes, towing or pushing, competitions or training, driving lessons, or driving on ice. Towing a trailer or similar equipment requires explicit permission from the rental company.

3.4 The vehicle may not be taken outside Finland unless separately agreed with the rental company.

3.5 The renter accepts that the vehicle’s location and route may be tracked via GPS at any time during and after the rental period.

3.6 Smoking and transporting pets in the vehicle are prohibited.

3.7 The renter is fully responsible for all parking tickets, overload fines, traffic fines, speeding tickets, tolls, and congestion charges incurred during the rental. By signing the agreement, the renter authorises the rental company to provide their details to authorities if required.

3.8 The renter must pay for all fuel used. The correct fuel type is indicated in the rental agreement, registration certificate, and fuel cap. The renter is fully liable for any damage caused by using incorrect fuel. If the vehicle is returned with less than a full tank, the rental company may charge for the missing fuel and a refuelling fee (€20).

4) RENTER’S LIABILITY

4.1 The renter must compensate for any damage or loss to the vehicle or its equipment during the rental period and pay rental fees for downtime during repairs. Liability is limited to the deductible stated in the agreement. A separate deductible applies to each incident. The deductible may be reduced for an additional fee.

4.2 The renter is fully liable, without deductible limitations, for damages resulting from: overloading, smoking, interior damage, driving with incorrect tyre pressure, lost keys, incorrect fuel, snow damage when signs were present, driving into low or narrow spaces, driving on unfit roads or terrain, or other negligent or improper use. Full liability also applies to damage resulting from contract breaches, criminal activity, intoxication, or wilful or grossly negligent behaviour. Windscreen, light, and tyre damage must always be compensated in full.

4.3 The renter is responsible for all cleaning costs resulting from excessive or abnormal dirtiness.

4.4 The renter is not released from liability unless the rental company receives full compensation from a third party or its insurer.

5) PROCEDURES IN CASE OF DAMAGE

5.1 The renter must immediately inform the rental company of any fault or damage affecting the vehicle.
5.2 Crimes, disputed traffic accidents, and personal or animal injuries must always be reported to the police.
5.3 The renter must complete a written damage report for the rental company.
5.4 The renter is fully liable for any loss resulting from failure to make required notifications.
5.5 The rental company is not obligated to repair vehicle damage before charging the renter.

6) PAYMENT OF RENTAL FEES

6.1 The rental fee must always be paid in advance unless otherwise agreed.
6.2 The rental company may check the renter’s credit information before handing over the vehicle. If the credit history contains entries considered risky, the rental company may refuse to hand over the vehicle.
6.3 The rental company may place a pre-authorisation hold on the renter’s payment card to ensure sufficient funds.
6.4 When justified, the rental company may charge the renter’s payment card for the deductible, fuel charges, late return fees, fines, tolls, congestion charges, overload fees, and administrative costs.
6.5 The person signing the agreement is ultimately responsible for all charges.

7) RENTAL COMPANY’S RESPONSIBILITIES

7.1 The vehicle is covered by valid traffic and comprehensive insurance.
7.2 The rental company is responsible for technical faults not caused by misuse.
7.3 If a fault or defect arises for which the renter is not responsible, they may request repair or a reasonable price reduction.
7.4 If the rental company cannot provide the vehicle as agreed, the renter is entitled to a full refund.

8) RETURNING THE VEHICLE

8.1 The renter must return the vehicle and all accessories to the agreed location at the end of the rental. The rental period ends when the vehicle and keys have been returned. If the vehicle is not returned and no extension has been agreed, the matter will be reported to the police.
8.2 The renter may not extend the rental unilaterally. Delays must be reported immediately. A late fee of €50 plus €25 per additional hour may be charged, along with compensation for additional work or losses.
8.3 The vehicle must be returned with a full tank unless otherwise agreed.
8.4 The rental company is not responsible for belongings left in the vehicle.
8.5 Early return does not entitle the renter to a refund.

9) TERMINATION OF THE AGREEMENT

9.1 The rental company may terminate the agreement immediately if the renter materially breaches the terms. The renter must return the vehicle immediately.
9.2 Either party may terminate the agreement if the vehicle is stolen before the rental begins or becomes unusable and a replacement cannot be provided within a reasonable time.
9.3 A reservation may be cancelled free of charge if done at least 48 hours before the rental begins. If cancelled later, one-third of the rental fee will be charged. No-shows will be charged the full amount.

10) DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Disputes should first be resolved through negotiation. If taken to court, the case will be handled by the district court of the rental company’s domicile or another competent court as required by law in consumer cases.