Common use of USE OF THE VEHICLE Clause in Contracts

USE OF THE VEHICLE. The Hirer will not allow the vehicle to be: a) driven otherwise than in a prudent and cautious manner. A single vehicle rollover is considered a breach of this condition and has an excess of NZ$5000 plus occurring costs. b) driven by a person under the influence of alcohol/drugs or a blood alcohol level in excess of that permitted by law. c) left with the ignition key in the vehicle while it is unoccupied. d) damaged by: submersion in water, contact with salt water, river crossing, driving through flooded areas, beach driving. e) used for any illegal purpose or in any race, rally or contest. f) used to tow any vehicle or trailer. g) used to carry passengers or property for hire or reward. h) used to carry more persons than is permitted by any relevant authority. i) used to carry volatile liquids, gases, explosives or other corrosive or inflammable material. j) used for transporting and haulage of goods other than what might be reasonably expected of a leisure rental. k) used for smoking inside of the vehicle. l) altered or any additions made. m) used to transport animals, excluding registered guide dogs or with written permission n) The Hirer and any user the Hirer permit to use the vehicle is solely responsible for observing the New Zealand Road Rules, safe driving and operation of the vehicle so as to avoid accidents or injury to people or property. Operating the vehicle in a careless or unsafe manner can be determined solely at the discretion of TaT and may result in the retention of the security bond (see clause 14) o) driven over the allowed speed limit