Summary of Terms & Conditions
Please read this summary carefully. It highlights the key points of your rental agreement with The Galaxy Car Rental.
Who These Terms Apply To
▪︎ The primary renter (hirer of the vehicle)
▪︎ Any approved additional drivers
Before You Drive Away
▪︎ Inspect the vehicle thoroughly and report any existing damage.
▪︎ Ensure all requested equipment (e.g., child seat) is present.
▪︎ Review the Rental Agreement carefully and ask questions if anything is unclear.
Estimated Rental Charges
Your rental may include the following costs:
▪︎ Daily rental rate
▪︎ Refundable security deposit
▪︎ Equipment hire (e.g., trailer)
▪︎ Excess mileage charge if mileage to be travelled is known
▪︎ Any other applicable fees or charges
Additional Charges (If Applicable)
▪︎ Excess kilometers driven
▪︎ Traffic and parking fines
▪︎ Toll road fees and penalties
▪︎ Delivery and vehicle collection fee if radius is more than 20km
▪︎ Repair or replacement costs (including tyres and punctures)
▪︎ Professional cleaning (e.g., for smoke or excessive dirt)
▪︎ Towing or recovery costs
▪︎ Late return fees or additional daily charges for overdue vehicles
Your Responsibilities
▪︎ Use the vehicle and equipment only for their intended purposes.
▪︎ Take proper care of the vehicle and all provided equipment.
▪︎ Obey all road rules and traffic regulations.
▪︎ Return the vehicle on the agreed date, time, and location.
▪︎ Notify The Galaxy Car Rental immediately of any damage, loss, or mechanical issues.
Damage or Loss
▪︎ Any damage or loss must be reported to The Galaxy Car Rental within an hour.
▪︎ You may be required to complete an Incident Report Form.
▪︎ You may be responsible for repair or replacement costs, depending on the circumstances.
Termination
▪︎ The Galaxy Car Rental reserves the right to terminate the rental if any terms are breached.
▪︎ If you choose to return the vehicle early, an Early Return Fee may apply.
Extension of Rental
▪︎ Any extension must be requested before the rental period expires.
▪︎ Additional rental charges will apply.
Vehicle Return
▪︎ Return the vehicle in the same condition and fuel level as when rented.
▪︎ A joint inspection will be conducted with a Galaxy Car Rental representative at return.
▪︎ Fuel not replaced to the same level will incur a refueling surcharge.
Privacy
▪︎ Personal information is collected and handled in line with our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
▪︎ We take reasonable measures to protect your information and only use it as permitted by law.
Payment Terms
We accept:
- Cash
- Online transfers (World Remit, Western Union, Mukuru, MoneyGram)
- EcoCash
Advance Booking & Cancellation Policy
- Advance bookings require a non-refundable reservation fee.
- Cancellations more than a week before the rental start date may be transferable to a future rental (subject to approval) but are not refundable.
- Cancellations within a week(7 days) of the rental start date are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Vehicle Maintenance
- Report any mechanical issues immediately.
- Failure to report may result in additional charges or liability for damages.
Traffic Violations
- You are responsible for any parking tickets, traffic fines, tolls, or penalties incurred during your rental period.
Vehicle Substitution
- If your reserved vehicle is unavailable, The Galaxy Car Rental may provide a similar or upgraded vehicle at no additional cost.
Governing Law
- This agreement is governed by the laws of Zimbabwe.
Entire Agreement
- This Rental Agreement represents the entire understanding between you and The Galaxy Car Rental and supersedes all prior agreements or discussions.
Other Important Notes
The Galaxy Car Rental is not responsible for loss or damage except where legally required or caused by our negligence.
Renters are responsible for tyre damage and punctures.
