VEHICLE RENTAL AGREEMENT (TEXAS)
This Vehicle Rental Agreement is entered into between RapidGo Rentals and the undersigned Renter.
By signing this Agreement, the Renter confirms they have read, understood, and agreed to all terms and conditions below.
1. RENTER ELIGIBILITY
Renter represents and warrants that:
- Renter is at least 18 years of age
- Holds a valid driver’s license
- Has provided truthful and accurate information
- Is legally permitted to operate a motor vehicle in Texas
- Has completed required insurance verification prior to vehicle release
2. AUTHORIZED USE OF VEHICLE
- Vehicle may only be operated by the Renter and any approved additional drivers
Vehicle must remain within the State of Texas
- No illegal activity, reckless driving, racing, towing, or off-road use
-Vehicle must be returned in the same general condition as received
3. RIDESHARE USE (UBER / LYFT / SIMILAR)
Rideshare use is permitted only if disclosed and approved in advance.
- Renter acknowledges:
- Ride-share use must be disclosed prior to pickup
- Renter is responsible for maintaining any required rideshare or platform coverage
- Any insurance provided by Uber, Lyft, or similar platforms is solely between Renter and that platform
- Company’s commercial insurance remains excess only
Undisclosed rideshare use constitutes a material breach of this Agreement
- Additional Drivers
Additional drivers are permitted only if disclosed, approved in advance, and listed on this Agreement. All additional drivers must meet the same eligibility, licensing, and insurance requirements as the primary Renter. Any operation of the vehicle by an unauthorized driver constitutes a material breach of this Agreement.
4. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (MANDATORY)
Renter must satisfy ONE of the following before vehicle pickup:
- Option A: Personal Auto Insurance
Renter maintains active personal auto insurance
Proof must be submitted and verified
Renter’s policy is primary
Company’s insurance is excess only
- Option B: Third-Party Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI)
If Renter does not have personal auto insurance, Renter must independently purchase Supplemental Liability Insurance (SLI) from a licensed third-party provider (e.g., RentalCover.com)
Proof must be submitted and verified
Company does not sell, provide, or broker insurance
- Failure to maintain valid insurance results in immediate cancellation of the rental.
5. NO INSURANCE REPRESENTATION
Company is not an insurance provider. Nothing in this Agreement constitutes the sale, provision, or underwriting of insurance by the Company.
6. VEHICLE DAMAGE, LOSS & COLLISION
Unless otherwise stated in writing:
Renter assumes full responsibility for any damage, loss, or theft
Renter accepts the risk of total loss
Repair, replacement, towing, and loss-of-use costs may be charged to Renter
7. GPS TRACKING & VEHICLE MONITORING
The vehicle may be equipped with GPS tracking and telematics systems.
Renter authorizes Company to use GPS for:
- Location and recovery
- Theft prevention
- Compliance monitoring
- Safety and breach investigation
GPS data may be accessed if the vehicle is overdue, abandoned, misused, or involved in a breach of this Agreement.
8. TOWING, IMPOUND & STORAGE
If the vehicle is towed, impounded, or seized during the rental period for any reason, Renter is fully responsible for:
Tow charges
Storage and impound fees
Recovery and administrative fees
Loss of use during impound
Company is not responsible for retrieving the vehicle from a tow yard on the Renter’s behalf.
9. SECURITY DEPOSIT & FEES
A security deposit may be collected prior to vehicle release.
The deposit may be partially or fully withheld for, including but not limited to:
- Smoking or vaping in vehicle
- Late return or failure to return
- Excessive cleaning or odors
- Fuel shortage
- Tickets, tolls, or violations
- Towing or impound fees
- Interior or exterior damage
Lost or damaged keys
Unauthorized use or breach
10. NO-SMOKING POLICY
Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited. Evidence of smoking will result in a non-refundable cleaning fee deducted from the deposit.
11. LATE RETURN & FAILURE TO RETURN
Vehicles must be returned on time.
Failure to return the vehicle as agreed may result in:
- Additional rental charges
- Late fees
- Vehicle recovery actions
- Termination of this Agreement
12. POLICE NOTIFICATION & VEHICLE RECOVERY
If the Renter fails to comply with the terms of this Agreement, including failure to return the vehicle, abandonment, misuse, or non-payment:
The vehicle may be reported as unauthorized or stolen
Law enforcement may be contacted
Company may locate and recover the vehicle using GPS
All recovery costs will be charged to the Renter
13. INDEMNIFICATION
Renter agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or legal fees arising from the Renter’s use or operation of the vehicle.
14. GRAVES AMENDMENT PROTECTION
Pursuant to 49 U.S.C. § 30106 (Graves Amendment), Company shall not be held vicariously liable for damages arising from the Renter’s use of the vehicle absent negligence or criminal wrongdoing by the Company.
15. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas.
16. RENTER ACKNOWLEDGMENT
- Insurance requirements were explained and satisfied
- GPS tracking was disclosed
- Fees and deposit policies were explained
- Failure to comply may result in police involvement and vehicle recovery