ARTICLE 1 : PROVISION AND RETURN OF THE VEHICLE
The vehicle is made available to the renter: it must be returned to the same location during the rental company's normal opening hours. Otherwise, the renter will have to pay the rental company a mileage allowance or a flat rate indicated in the current rate per kilometer separating the departure station from the one where the vehicle was left.

ARTICLE 2 : CONDITION OF THE VEHICLE
The renter acknowledges that the vehicle has no apparent signs of deterioration, is in good working order and cleanliness, and that the tires are in good condition and without cuts. In the event of deterioration of one of the tires for a cause other than normal wear and tear, the renter commits to immediately replace it at his own expense with an identical tire of the same brand and of equal wear. Repairs to tire punctures are also the responsibility of the tenant. Likewise, damage caused to the vehicle's rims remains the responsibility of the renter. The meters and their sockets cannot be violated: in the event of a violation of this requirement, the renter will have to pay the rental on the basis of 500 km/day regardless of prosecution for fraudulent use. The renter is responsible for damage other than normal wear and tear suffered by the vehicle for all causes beyond the control of the lessor, in particular the goods transported must not be likely to damage the vehicle either by themselves or by their packaging or their lashing. Interior damage to the vehicle, caused voluntarily or involuntarily (breakage of accessories, burning of seats by cigarettes, etc.) always remains the responsibility of the renter even if he has subscribed to the supplement to reduce the deductible.

ARTICLE 3 : CUSTODY AND USE OF THE VEHICLE
The renter assumes custody of the vehicle and control of driving and transport operations. Under the risk of being excluded from the insurance guarantee and therefore of being in a state of uninsurance, the renter commits not to allow the vehicle to be driven by people other than himself or those approved by the rental company, and for whom he vouches in accordance with Civil Law. He further commits to ensure that the vehicle is not used: 1) To propel or pull any vehicle or trailer, unless stipulated in the contract. 2) By a person under alcoholic or narcotic influence, 3. In the context of competition. 4) For the transport of passengers for consideration, regardless of the method of remuneration chosen. 5) Overloaded, the rented vehicle carrying a number of passengers greater than that authorized or a load whose weight exceeds the payload of said vehicle; in the event of non-compliance with this requirement, the renter will be responsible for the consequences, regardless of their importance. 6) By a person who has provided the rental company with a false identity, inaccurate age or address. It is specified that the vehicle can only be driven by the people designated in the contract. 7) To transport dangerous goods (flammable or explosive) or goods that may release bad odors.

Furthermore, the renter may under no circumstances transfer, sell, mortgage or pledge this contract, the vehicle, its equipment, its tools, nor treat them in such a way as to harm the lessor. The renter is subject to all legislative, regulatory, customs or any other laws relating to the transport of goods which he carries out using the vehicle provided by the lessor, public or private transport, depending on the use to which he assigns the vehicle. The renter's liability lasts for the entire period during which the vehicle was made available to him. The renter is solely responsible for the declarations and payment of duties and taxes concerning the movement of goods (customs, duties, rules, etc.), the lessor expressly reserving, in the event that he is called into question, the right to pursue remedies against the renter and request full compensation for the damage suffered.

ARTICLE 4 : RENTAL
The renter commits to return the vehicle on the date stipulated in the rental contract; the delivery to the rental company of the vehicle at the agreed location alone causes the rental to cease. In the event that the renter wishes to keep his vehicle for a period longer than that initially agreed, he must, after having obtained the agreement of the rental company, send without delay the amount of the extended rental period under penalty of exposing himself to prosecution for vehicle theft and breach of trust. Payment: The renter commits to pay to the lessor at the end of the rental and return of the vehicle: 1) A “kilometric” fee calculated at the rate provided for the number of kilometers traveled by said vehicle during the duration of its rental following the indication of the meter installed on said vehicle by the manufacturer. In the event of a malfunction of the odometer, it is the renter's responsibility to immediately notify the rental company under penalty of being charged 500 km/day of rental at the current rate. 2) The fees relating to the duration of the rental and, if requested by the renter, the amount of the waiver of payment of certain damages in the event of a collision and the premiums for the medical and mechanical assistance guarantee for the driver and persons transported as well as goods transported. 3) The additional fee for repatriation of the vehicle if it is left at another location than planned without the agreement of the rental company. 4) All direct or indirect taxes and contributions payable on royalties, premiums, fees and compensation provided for in paragraphs 1), 2) and 3). 5) All fines, costs, expenses and taxes on all infractions of the legislation relating to traffic and parking applicable during the duration of this contract, excepted however to infractions resulting from fault on the part of the lessor. 6) The costs incurred by the lessor to ensure repair of damage due to collision or other damage caused to said vehicle, it being understood, however, that the responsibility of the lessee and provided that he has strictly observed all the clauses and conditions of this contract will be limited to the maximum deductible amount indicated in the rental rates.

ARTICLE 5 : PENALTY PENALE
1) Failure to comply with article 4 of this contract will result, in addition to repeatable costs and default interest, in the application, as a penalty clause, of compensation fixed at a flat rate of TWENTY PERCENT (20%) of the sums actually remaining due. 2)The amount of compensation calculated as a penalty clause may not be less than a minimum sum of ONE HUNDRED EUROS (€100).

ARTICLE 6 : INSURANCES
Only the renter and the drivers approved by the lessor in accordance with article 3 can claim the status of insured. 1) The renter and any authorized driver therefore commit to be included as insured persons in the coverage of an automobile insurance policy, a copy of which is available to the renter at the principal place of business of the lessor. This policy covers unlimited damage against third parties according to applicable laws in effect where the vehicle is registered. 2) The renter hereby gives his agreement to the said policy and commits to observe its clauses and conditions. In addition, the renter commits to take all useful measures to protect the interests of the lessor and the lessor's insurance company in the event of an accident during the duration of this contract, and in particular: - to inform the lessor within 24 hours of any accident, theft or fire and immediately alert the police authorities of any theft or bodily injury, - to mention in the insurance claim, in particular the circumstances, names and addresses of any witnesses, the name and address of the opposing party's insurance company, as well as the policy number, - to attach to his insurance claim any police report, receipt of pressed charges, etc. - under no circumstances to discuss liability or deal with or compromise with third parties in relation to the accident - to not abandon the said vehicle without taking care of it to ensure its protection and safety. 3) In the event of an incident with damage to the vehicle resulting from a collision with a third party or with a fixed or moving body, a deductible according to the current rate will remain the responsibility of the renter. Failure to submit an amicable report or accident report within 24 hours will result in full billing for repairs caused by the incident. However, even if the renter has agreed to pay the additional amount for reduction of deductible, he will remain responsible for all damage caused to the upper parts of the bodywork following an impact against a fixed body (bridge, tunnel, porch, tree branches and other overhanging objects). The same applies to damage caused to the bodywork and mechanical parts located under the vehicle (front axle, oil pan, etc.) 4) The lessor will not be responsible for any loss or damage caused to any property and any valuables transported and left in or on said vehicle after its return. Furthermore, the lessor cannot be held liable for any loss or damage caused by the renter or any third party by loading or unloading the vehicle, including damage caused by or to a door of the vehicle. 5. The renter has legal custody of the vehicle according to applicable laws and therefore commits to keep it locked when not in use. In the event of theft, the loss is covered by the rental company's insurance company, subject to compliance with the conditions in paragraph 2) of article 6 of these conditions and on the condition of the return of the keys, vehicle documents (registration, insurance) and the receipt of a complaint for theft issued by the competent authorities. 6.)The vehicle is only insured for the duration of the rental indicated on the contract. After this period, and unless the extension is accepted, the lessor declines all responsibility for accidents that the renter could have caused and for which he will be solely responsible.

ARTICLE 7 : FUEL
Fuel costs are to be paid by the renter.

ARTICLE 8 : CARE AND REPAIRS
The renter will regularly check all levels of oil, water and other fluids, as well as the degree of antifreeze concentration. He will also carry out routine maintenance and prevention operations, in particular draining and lubrication. The renter must keep the supporting documents corresponding to these various interventions available to the lessor. Repairs other than normal maintenance operations cannot be carried out without the prior authorization of the lessor.

ARTICLE 9 : PRICES UPDATING
The rental price is established based on the economic conditions existing on the date the contract is signed. The rental company reserves the right to modify its prices without notice.

ARTICLE 10 : LIABILITY

The renter remains solely responsible for traffic fines. He is also responsible for customs violations brought against him. Consequently, he commits to reimburse the lessor for any costs of this nature that may have been paid in his place. The renter must also respect all traffic rules and regulations. The lessor, subject to having taken all sufficient precautions in this regard, will not be held responsible for losses or damage which could result directly or indirectly from a mechanical failure of the vehicle.

ARTICLE 11 : LESSOR'S IMPEDIMENT

Under no circumstances will the renter be able to claim damages, either for delay in delivery of the vehicle, or for cancellation of the rental or immobilization in the case of breakdowns or repairs occurring during the rental.

ARTICLE 12 : CONTRACT LENGHT

The rental is granted for a fixed period specified in the rental contract. If the vehicle is not returned to the lessor by the agreed deadline, in the absence of written agreement for a possible extension, the lessor reserves the right to take back the vehicle wherever it is located and at the expense of the renter  without the latter being able to claim an abusive termination of rental.

ARTICLE 13 : BREACH OF CONTRACT

Failure by the renter to comply with the rental conditions will result in termination of the rental, without prejudice to any damages that may be claimed by the lessor.

ARTICLE 14 : JURISDICTION

In the event of a dispute relating to the execution of this contract, the courts of the city of the lessor have sole jurisdiction.