TERMS AND CONDITIONS
USE AND REGISTRATION IN THE APPLICATION
DER ELECTRONIC KEY COMPANY
ARTICLE 1):FOREWORD:
This electronic portal forthe key company for car rental(KEY CAR RENTAL)in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, hereinafter referred to as the core application, is available for use by companies. In addition, the access and use of this portal by the customer are subject to the terms of use of the application and the laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its entry thus constitutes an unconditional acceptance of the terms of use of this portal, regardless of whether the user of the application is registered in the application or not. In addition, this consent is effective from the date of his first use of this Application, and any change to these Terms and Conditions will take effect immediately after the change, unless the customer provides otherwise, and this means that the customer continues to use this portal after a change use, his full agreement to this change.
ARTICLE 2):INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:
The company's trading name is Key Company for Rent a Car Ltd., its trademark, the trademarks registered in its name, the company's electronic addresses and all materials, text, images, graphics, circulars, forms, files, multimedia and software which the website contains, which is guaranteed by the system. You may not reprint, distribute, modify or use these materials for any advertising or commercial purpose, or republish them in any form without the express written permission ofthe key company for car rental(KEY CAR RENTAL)..
ARTICLE (3):THE NATURE OF THE SITE:
Considered to be the key company's main application aimed at the corporate sector, this application provides the honorable visitors from this sector with basic information about the company and all the services it offers, as well as its vision in providing its services, offers and discounts, and shows all related innovations.
ARTICLE (4):USE OF THE APPLICATION:
The company tracks the application and reviews it throughout the day to provide the customer with information about its services. The application also facilitates the communication process between customers and companies about services or advice that may be of interest to the customer.
The services and information contained in this application are intended for and available for commerce within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These services have been provided in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in relation to the provision of such services. Accordingly, the customer may not be entitled to all the services received, and the company reserves the right to refuse any request at any time without informing the customer and without incurring any legal liability for any financial loss resulting from the sending of a request by him to the company.
ARTICLE (5):REGISTRATION MECHANISM:
When registering on the company's website, the customer will be asked to enter the username and password that will be communicated to the customer by the company management and an activation code will be sent to him when he enters the application through the registered and approved mobile phone from the key company to Customers.
Note that the entry of this information by the customer, in addition to the activation code sent by the company to his mobile phone authorized by the key company in the application, constitutes electronic signature and acceptance of electronic transactions and authorization in addition to acceptance of the conditions for the use of this application contained in the previous and subsequent clauses of this Agreement.
ARTICLE (6):INFORMATION SENT TO COMPANY WEBSITES:
Any information or material sent to the Company through this Application over the Internet becomes the property ofthe key company for car rental(KEY CAR RENTAL),and it is well known that the Internet still lacks comprehensive security. Consequently, the responsibility for all information via the Internet is limited to the customer, who bears the risks involved.
ARTICLE (7):GUARANTEE:
The key car rental company(KEY CAR RENTAL)has taken all reasonable measures to place the information on such websites that constitute security. In addition, before sending the official request and signing the agreement, it will try to work on updating this information first, and thus the company does not give any guarantees, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information obtained. Therefore, the customer must always ensure that the offers and prices for cars, services, terms and conditions mentioned on the site are still valid. In fact, the company reserves the right to change them at any time without prior notice to the customer, so it must be remembered that it is necessary to monitor the prices and services offered from time to time.
ARTICLE (8):DISCLAIMER:
Regardless of case or circumstance, the Company will not be responsible for the following matters, including but not limited to:
Negligence causing damage or damage of any kind, whether direct, incidental, special or consequential, or expense or loss resulting from the use of this website by the customer or the inability to use it, or the occurrence of some errors or omissions or the delay in the response of the system,(Due to a defect in the operating system or communication system),Operational hindrances, disruptions, virus infections or total failure of the system or loss of profit or damage to the customer's reputation, even if expressly pointed out to the possibility of occurrence, or the occurrence of problems due to access to the website, its input, use, storage or accessing other websites.
ARTICLE (9):PRIVACY:
The company recognizes the customer's need to know how they handle their personal data. The company also recognizes the magnitude of concerns that customers have regarding the privacy, confidentiality and security of the information that the customer provides over the Internet. In this regard, the company assures the customer that it is committed to keeping this information strictly confidential and confidential.This permission constitutes the Company's current policy of confidentiality and privacy, and Customer's use of the Key Application and other Company websites constitutes acceptance of the Terms of Service and this Confidentiality and Privacy Statement.
ARTICLE (10):TERMS OF SERVICE PROVISION AND PRICES:
Customer's use of the Website and request for Services are conditioned upon certain knowledge of the costs and fees of such Services and all information available about them, whether inside or outside the Company's Website. This without any guarantee of the available offers and prices, since the company reserves the right to modify them without prior notice and without the slightest responsibility, unless an agreement is made and contracts are written.
In addition, the use of the website by the customer means the acceptance of electronic invoices and their processing in relation to banking and electronic payments, and the key company bears no responsibility or financial claims for this.
The customer must see the prices of the cars offered and the value of the services provided by the company and make sure of their accuracy, and if there is an error, the customer has the right to object to the company. In addition, the agreement on this is the binding reference for both parties.
ARTICLE (11):CHANGES AND UPDATES:
The company reserves the right to change these terms and conditions or to replace them in their entirety with other new terms and conditions or to replace any page or pages contained on its websites on the Internet without notice.In addition, the Customer's continued access to or use of the Company's website will constitute their acceptance of the changes made to the website as previously indicated. The Company also has the right to change or suspend, temporarily or permanently, all or any part of the Website without notice and at any time in its sole discretion.Customer also agrees that Company shall not be responsible to him or any other party for any modification, suspension or suspension of the Website.
In addition, any change to the General Terms and Conditions applies to all of the company's websites and to all of the services it offers.
ARTICLE (12):CUSTOMER SECURITY OBLIGATIONS:
The customer must keep his password in a safe and confidential place at all times and take measures to prevent unauthorized use of it.
The Customer must immediately notify the Company of any unauthorized access or instruction of which it is aware or suspects or doubts that another person has disclosed its password. In this case, he must change the password immediately and support the company and the security authorities in making amends in the event of damage.The Company may disclose information about the Customer to the police or other parties if this will prevent or assist in the recovery of any loss.
The Customer undertakes not to cause any electronic damage to the Application or the services provided in the Application or pages linked to it.
He also undertakes to deal with any hacker who breaches the privacy of the website or causes damage to it or the data on it. In addition, the customer undertakes not to send chain letters that exert heavy pressure on the website, impairing its performance and damaging it or its users and their data.
ARTICLE (13):CUSTOMER INQUIRIES:
(A)THE CONSEQUENCES OF CUSTOMER INQUIRIES:
The Client authorizes the Company to act on requests that appear to be duly valid requests, even if at any time incompatible with other requests related to the requested services.
(B)IMPLEMENTATION OF THE INSTRUCTIONS:
Service requests received via the application are always executed with the customer's password.
(C)THE FAILURE OF THE OTHER PARTY:
The Company shall not be responsible for any failure by the other party to implement the instructions or any delay or failure by that party to implement the instructions for any reason whatsoever.
(D)ACCURACY AND COMPLETENESS OF THE INSTRUCTIONS:
The customer must ensure the accuracy and completeness of all required data, and incomplete data will not be accepted, and the customer will be responsible for the errors resulting from the incomplete data.
The key car rental company(KEY CAR RENTAL)will do everything in its power and put all its energy into fulfilling the wishes of its valued customers.
ARTICLE (14):GENERAL PROVISIONS:
(A)APPLICABLE LAW AND JURISDICTION:
This document is subject to the Electronic Transaction System, Information Crime Control System and Transportation and Traffic Authority System and will be interpreted accordingly. Therefore, the Customer and the Company agree to refer any dispute or controversy that may arise from these General Conditions to the competent judicial authority.
(B)REFERENCE IF THE RECORDS BETWEEN THE TWO PARTIES DIFFER:
In the event that the data provided by both parties are different, the data contained in the company's records at the time of concluding the contract or submitting requests will be the final indication of the dispute.
(C) 25% TWENTY FIVE PERCENT The rental amount will be deducted if the reservation is canceled six
Hours or less before the appointment if the receipt or cancellation is not made after the reservation date.
(D) THE FIRST DAY OF RESERVATION WILL BE DEDUCED,in the event that the identity documents
(ID card - driver's license) are not brought
(E) 25% (TWENTY FIVE PERCENT)deducted from the first day's rental if the customer is unable to authorize(an expired license - suspension of services - failure to register or update data in the Absher system),a daily rent will be deducted
(F) The rental value is calculated from the date and time that the customer indicated in the reservation and not from the actual time of arrival in case the customer arrives late. If the customer arrives early, the actual arrival time will be charged and not the time indicated in the reservation.
(G) According to the policy of the insurance company, in relation to the age of the customer, if he is over 65 years old, the customer must accept one of the following conditions:
1- In the event of an accident, he/she must pay double the amount of the excess according to the amount of the excess for the type of rental car according to the policy of the insurance company.
2- The contract should be made with CDW.
ARTICLE (15):RECOGNITION OF KNOWLEDGE:
The customer acknowledges that he has read these General Terms and Conditions and abides by them without limitation, condition or reservation.
FAQs
Why is there a rental car shortage right now? ›
A worldwide microchip shortage has left automakers building fewer cars. They're using the chips they can get hold of to build higher-margin, more expensive vehicles. That means few of the inexpensive, bare-bones models rental companies buy.
What to ask in renting for a car? ›- What's the Total Cost of the Rental? ...
- Does the Car Have to be Returned with a Full Tank of Gas? ...
- Is there a Daily Mileage Limit? ...
- What is the Return Process? ...
- What Happens if the Car is in an Accident?
The rental car industry has been going for over 100 years, with Hertz rental car founded way back in 1918. Even further than that, a Germany company Sixt was established in 1912 with just three cars available for rent. Today, the global car rental industry is worth a whopping $92.92 billion.
Which rental car company is easiest? ›SIXT is one of the most renowned car rentals across the world and most definitely also one the easiest and fastest car rental companies in the US. If you are looking to make an entry in style, SIXT is your company because they provide the most premium cars at affordable rates.
Why are rental cars so expensive in 2022? ›Car rentals are so expensive in 2022 due to shortages. Car rental companies sold off most of their inventory during the pandemic. A surge in demand has not been adequately met, leading to high rates. Additionally, a global shortage of microchips has slowed the production of new cars.
Is it still difficult to rent a car? ›And now, more than two years later, with leisure travel reaching near pre-pandemic levels and business travel picking up, rental car companies are still struggling to fill their fleets. “It continues to be tough out there and it's going to continue to be tough for a while,” Scott said.
What do I need to know before renting? ›- Can you afford the property? ...
- What are the charges? ...
- What's the condition? ...
- Is the timing right? ...
- Who lived here before, and why are they leaving? ...
- How long is the tenancy agreement? ...
- Does it have everything I need? ...
- Can I make changes to the property?
- Use a credit card when picking up the car. ...
- Kids cost more to drive rental cars. ...
- Keep drivers to a minimum. ...
- Shop around for car insurance. ...
- Try not to rent a car at the airport. ...
- Stay on paved roads. ...
- Fill up the tank before returning the car.
- Assess finances. Get familiar with your finances and your credit. ...
- Determine priorities. Write down everything you want in your ideal rental. ...
- Research locations. ...
- Visit properties. ...
- Submit your applications. ...
- Settle the lease.
It allows users to drive the car in whichever way he chooses to and pay a rent for the usage. For professionals who prefer to drive to and from work on a daily basis and the ones who have a travel-heavy job, it makes perfect sense for them to hire and drive a rented car rather than invest lacs of money in buying a car.
How does car rental system work? ›
If a driver decides to rent a car beforehand, they go to a car rental website or app and find a vehicle that meets their needs. Then, they book it and pay for the chosen rental period, if upfront payment is required. On the appointed day, this customer arrives at the car rental location to pick up the chosen car.
Is it a good idea to rent a car? ›The monthly cost is often lower than a traditional auto loan payment. You are (usually) not responsible for repairs needed on your car for the length of the lease or rental. Renting or leasing a new-model car is cheaper than buying one. You don't need to try to sell the car when you want to upgrade.
What are the disadvantages of car rental? ›- Higher prices. It is a fact that the rental prices are higher than the prices of public transportation. ...
- Strict terms. ...
- Extra charges. ...
- Limitations.
- Best overall car rental company: Enterprise.
- Best car rental company customer satisfaction: Hertz.
- Best car rental company website and app: National Car Rental.
- Best car rental company for cheap quotes: Alamo Rent-A-Car.
- Best peer-to-peer car rental: Turo.
Enterprise, Budget, Hertz and Dollar tend to be the cheapest brands. Browse prices across brands and rental locations at your destination to find the best deal.
How do I get the best car rental deal in 2022? ›- How Much to Rent a Car?
- #1 Compare Prices On Car Rental Websites.
- #2 Look Beyond Price Per Day.
- #3 Book a Weekly Car Rental for a Better Rate.
- #4 Avoid Renting Car At Airport.
- #5 Use a Credit Card to Cover Rental Car Insurance.
- Bonus Rental Car Advice: Check Parking Fees At Accommodations.
Halfway through 2022, and some rental firms still don't have enough cars because of a shortage of automotive chips.
Are 2022 car rentals expensive? ›According to an analysis by Bloomberg, in December 2019, the average U.S. daily rental car rate was $51, but by the start of the summer 2022, the average price had jumped to $96. If prices drop, you can always cancel your reservation and rebook at the lower price.
Why are car rentals currently so expensive? ›A global shortage of cars means hire firms are paying more for new vehicles and prices have inflated across many related sectors. Many car rental companies sold off much of their stock of vehicles during the pandemic as demand collapsed.
What are the right to rent rules? ›Right to Rent checks requires landlords/agents to determine the immigration status of all prospective adult tenants by checking ID before the start of a tenancy.
How long does the rental process take? ›
If all forms are not completed properly first-time tenants can expect delays of up to three weeks before being allowed entry into their new property. On average first-time renters who do things by the book typically wait around one week before they are able to move into their first rental property.
How much money should you have before you rent? ›A popular rule of thumb says your income should be around 3 times your rent. So, if you're looking for a place that costs $1,000 per month, you may need to earn at least $3,000 per month. Many apartment complexes and landlords do follow this rule, so it makes sense to focus only on rentals you're likely to qualify for.
What are some advantages and disadvantages of renting? ›Own Or Rent | Advantages | Disadvantages |
---|---|---|
Renting | Lower housing costs Shorter-term commitment No/minimal maintenance and repair costs | No tax incentives No fixed housing costs No building of equity |
- Property Management. I put this on the list first because it truly plays a paramount role in the success of your investment. ...
- Neighborhood. Obviously, location is a huge factor in anything related to real estate. ...
- Condition. ...
- Amenities.
- Are you building for the future? ...
- Is the location safe? ...
- Is the office space adequately wired for your business and equipment needs? ...
- How much will furniture cost? ...
- How much will the rent increase each year? ...
- What's included in the lease? ...
- Who handles repairs?
For the tenants, there are many advantages, such as not having to pay maintenance fees or any related property taxes. There is also less stress in taking care of the unit and no risk of price depreciation.
Is it better to own or rent car? ›Lower payments: The monthly loan payment for a car you own is generally more than a monthly rental payment. No fees/taxes: Standard expenses include taxes and fees at purchase and registration and inspections every year when buying a car. You're not responsible for any of these in a long-term rental.
Do rental cars track you? ›Rental car companies can track your speed. To track speed, they employ Global Positioning Systems (GPS), cameras, and wireless devices. They install these tracking devices in their cars. Rental car companies must inform consumers of being tracked.
Do rental cars track their cars? ›There are GPS trackers on some rental cars. As with your own property, it is up to the owner, in this case the rental car company, to decide if GPS trackers should be placed on their vehicles.
Is it cheaper to rent a car at the airport or online? ›Outmaneuver Fees and Industry Quirks
For example, cars rented at the airport are almost always more expensive because of added taxes and fees. Rent at an off-airport location and you could save 20 percent or more.
How long can you keep a rental car? ›
Here's the short answer to how long you can keep a rental car: These days, the rental duration for any car can last from a single day to up to 6 months. Some companies may even offer contracts with 12 month durations. However, not all rental car companies offer such long durations.
How long can a car drive without stopping? ›A car can drive continuously for approximately 8-9 hours before it will require refueling, depending on its tank capacity. There is no mechanical limit on how long a car can drive without stopping, provided it is well maintained, refueled, and has sufficient engine lubrication.
What are two disadvantage of renting? ›Your landlord can increase the rent at any time. You cannot build equity if you're renting a property. It will be your home, but it won't be your asset.
What are the three disadvantages of renting? ›- Unable to enjoy tax deductions.
- Your rent will most likely grow from year to year.
- No equity built.
- More difficult and expensive to have pets.
When you rent, there's no end in sight. In fact, your rent will probably increase each time you renew your lease. And that money helps pay for your landlord's mortgage, community repairs that will be used as an excuse to raise your rent even higher, and the upkeep of amenities you might not even use.
What day is best to rent a car? ›Weekends are the best days to rent a car because most people do not need them on the weekend. Weekend rentals are a great way to take a day trip somewhere if someone doesn't want to rack up miles on their own vehicles. Most car rental places will offer price points that include unlimited mileage.
Who is most likely to rent a car? ›Men more than four times as likely to rent a car than women.
What is the best app for car rentals? ›- Enterprise. Best car rental service and app overall. ...
- Alamo. Best car rental service and app for unlimited mileage. ...
- Budget. Best cheap car rental service and app. ...
- Hertz. Best car rental service and app for airports. ...
- Turo. Best peer-to-peer car rental service and app.
- Apartments.com: Best overall. ...
- Zillow: Best for location-based rental searches. ...
- Craigslist: Best free option. ...
- PadMapper: Best for extras. ...
- Zumper: Best startup app for rentals. ...
- HotPads: Best for big city searches. ...
- Rent.com: Best for first-time renters.
- Kayak. In our testing, Kayak clearly takes first prize. ...
- Priceline. The top three apps — Kayak, Priceline and Expedia — all found the same cheapest price: $344 for a weeklong rental from Fox. ...
- Expedia.
Where can I get the best car rental deals? ›
- Book Directly Through the Car Rental Agency's Website.
- Expedia.
- Momondo.
- Kayak.
- Orbitz.
- Priceline.
- Skyscanner.
- Travelocity.
Halfway through 2022, and some rental firms still don't have enough cars because of a shortage of automotive chips. Manufacturers haven't built as many vehicles, and they have prioritized production of high-margin models (rather than the small, cheap vehicles holidaymakers typically rent).
Is there a national shortage of rental cars? ›Rental Car Shortage Post-Pandemic
With a shortage of car rentals across the country, those that aren't turned away are having to pay a hefty price. With things getting back to some sense of normalcy, travel has increased, but a shortage of rental vehicles is making it harder for those who need transportation.
Hertz never went out of business and exited bankruptcy in summer 2021 in a far stronger position than anyone expected them to be. A major player in the car rental industry since 1923, Hertz has over 12,000 corporate and franchise locations internationally.
Why are rental cars so expensive all of a sudden? ›However, because demand for rental cars jumped back faster than they had anticipated, many agencies found themselves with limited stock to meet demand. Global chip shortages and supply issues have further made the problem worse. Due to a lack of cars, the price to rent one is extremely high.
Are rental car prices going up 2022? ›According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index, car rental prices jumped 48 percent from July 2019 to July 2022, which is much higher than the seven-percent hotel price increase over the same period and the 16-percent airfare cost increase.
Will car prices go down in 2022? ›Average prices were up 42.5% in September 2022 vs. February 2020. Used car prices have likely peaked, but new car prices are set to remain elevated through end-2022. In 2023, prices are expected to decline by 2.5% to 5% for new cars and by 10% to 20% for used cars.
Why is it so hard to rent a car one way? ›It's costly and inconvenient to return a car back to its original location. Fleet management systems aren't designed to find another driver who is willing to return the car. So car rental companies charge extra for a one-way rental, effectively discouraging the practice.
Is Hertz a reliable company? ›(In fact, Hertz and Enterprise are both WBA Hall of Fame honorees, which means they've been on the list of the best car-rental companies for at least 10 consecutive years.)
Which car rental company went out of business? ›Hertz leaves bankruptcy, a year after the pandemic devastated the car rental business. - The New York Times.
How did Hertz fail? ›
The debt was just too high, and Hertz failed to make payments on their leasing operations. But, before hertz going out of business, they asked for a government bailout, which was rejected. One big reason was Icahn himself, who was worth $18 BN. So, they had to file under Chapter 11.
Is renting a car worth it? ›The monthly cost is often lower than a traditional auto loan payment. You are (usually) not responsible for repairs needed on your car for the length of the lease or rental. Renting or leasing a new-model car is cheaper than buying one. You don't need to try to sell the car when you want to upgrade.
Is car rental more expensive now? ›Rental car prices have experienced a massive spike during the COVID-19 pandemic, and they're generally still high.
Will rental car prices go down in 2023? ›Year-over-year rental price growth will rise from 5.8%, as of June 2022, to 8.4% as of May 2023, according to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas forecast that uses data from the federal government's consumer price index.