TERMS AND CONDITIONS

    World Cup Clause

    1. Please note that the zero excess option is not availible during the world cup period. Please know that standard brochure excesses will apply. 

      Rates

      1. Car hire rates include unlimited mileage, a choice of super or standard theft and collision waivers, airport surcharges, tourism levy, PAI (personal accidental insurance), and VAT. A once off R43 contract fee is charged additionally per rental.
      2. Rates are not commissionable.
      3. Rates and conditions are subject to change without prior notice and all vehicles are rented subject to the detailed terms and conditions published on the back of our Rental Agreement.
      4. Redemption of Voyager Miles is not applicable due to the discounted nature of the rates.
      5. All rates include maintenance and oil but not fuel.

      Payment

      1. Embossed credit cards (cards with raised digits) only will be accepted as payment; we accept all major credit cards (Visa, Amex, Mastercard) but regrettably cannot accept debit cards, cheque cards, cash, cheques or bank transfers.
      2. The card holder must be the renter and the credit card is not transferable. In other words, the credit card holder and the primary driver must be the same person and needs to be present at the time of collecting the vehicle.
      3. How payment works: Upon collection of the vehicle, your credit card will be charged with the rental amount, an additional day's rental and a tank of fuel. Any expenses for extras e.g. additional driver charge, will also be billed. Additionally, an authorisation hold will be placed on your card for the applicable excess amount; this hold will be released within 4 working days once the car has been returned, providing there is no accident or theft damage.
      4. On return of the vehicle and when your final invoice has been calculated, any monies due back to you will be refunded within four working days. Any amounts due to Tempest will be charged to your credit card.
      AUTHORISATION AMOUNTS
      Vehicle Group South Africa (ZAR)

      		 Standard Waivers Super Waivers Standard Waivers World Cup Super Waivers World Cup
      Group J R 2,500.00 R 0.00 N/A N/A
      Group A R 2,500.00 R 0.00 R 7,500.00 R 2,500.00
      Group T R 2,500.00 R 0.00 R 8,500.00 R 2,500.00
      Group B R 2,500.00 R 0.00 R 12,000.00 R 3,950.00
      Group D R 4,500.00 R 0.00 R 12,500.00 R 3,950.00
      Group I R 4,500.00 R 0.00 N/A N/A
      Group E R 4,500.00 R 0.00 N/A N/A

      Please Note
      When you arrive at our counters, please bring your reservation and/or booking confirmation, driver's license, credit card and your ID/Passport.

      Waivers and Exceptions

      Excesses
      Rates are inclusive of super or standard collision damage and theft waivers which means that in the event of an accident you are liable for an excess payment in the case of electing standard waivers, or a zero excess if you elect super waiver rates.

      Our waivers do not cover repairs to tyres, windscreens, and under-carriage, and the costs for these repairs will be for the Renter. Should these components be damaged as a result of an accident, they are covered by the excess. Please also refer to the point below on exceptions to zero excess.

      Please Note: Zero excesses rates are for international passport holders only; a passport and a boarding pass must be presented at rental checkout. Brochure super excesses apply to domestic travellers.

      EXCESS AMOUNTS
      Vehicle Group South Africa (ZAR)

      		 Standard Waivers Super Waivers
      Group J R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group A R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group T R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group B R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group D R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group I R 4,500.00 R 0.00
      Group E R 4,500.00 R 0.00


      Waiver Exceptions

      An exceptions excess is payable in the following instances:-

      • Where damage to a vehicle is caused by you and no other vehicle is involved, and the damage is less than R50,000, the Renter is liable for the excess amount. Should the damage exceed R50,000, the Renter is liable for the Exceptions excess amount.
      • Where damage to a vehicle is caused by you whilst driving on roads not suitable for it and where the vehicle is uneconomical to repair, an exceptions excess is payable.
      • In the event of an accident with a third party, failure to obtain full and correct third party details will result in an exceptions excess being charged. You will find all required information on the back of the rental envelope.


        EXCEPTIONS EXCESS AMOUNTS
        Vehicle Group South Africa (ZAR)

        		 Standard Waivers Super Waivers
        Group J R 11,250.00 R 6,250.00
        Group A R 11,250.00 R 6,250.00
        Group T R 11,250.00 R 6,250.00
        Group B R 11,250.00 R 7,375.00
        Group D R 11,250.00 R 9,875.00
        Group I R 11,250.00 R 15,000.00
        Group E R 11,250.00 R 16,250.00

      Drivers

      1. Upon collection of the vehicle, a valid, unendorsed licence must be produced by the hirer or authorised driver, in addition to their reservation confirmation and their ID book.
      2. Minimum age for hirers or authorised drivers is 23 years of age and the drivers licence must have been valid for a minimum of two years.

      Additional Drivers

      1. Additional drivers may only be nominated and authorised by the Renter. The additional driver must be in possession of a valid, unendorsed licence.
      2. Rentals may not be extended by additional drivers.
      3. No additional drivers may be added during the rental unless the vehicle is inspected beforehand at a Tempest rental location.
      4. The Renter is liable for all risks/charges applicable to usage of vehicle by the nominated additional driver.

      Conditions of Rental

      1. There can be no extension of rentals without prior authorisation from Tempest Car Hire. An unauthorised extension negates collision and theft cover.
      2. Rentals are charged per 24 hours. Late return of vehicles will result in being charged for a further day.
      3. Rentals will be charged until such time as the vehicle keys are returned.
      4. All fines and penalties incurred in the duration of the hire are strictly for the liability of the driver. This includes valets for cars that are returned in conditions not accepted as normal. A R175 traffic fine handling fee will be levied over and above the fine amount per incident.
      5. On termination of the rental, vehicle keys must be returned to an authorised personnel member of Tempest Car Hire. Failure to do so will result in the hirer being fully liable for the value of loss or damage.
      6. In the event of loss of keys, the hirer will be responsible for all resultant costs.
      7. Supplying a replacement vehicle after an accident or theft is entirely at our discretion and we reserve our rights accordingly.

      Vehicles

      1. All speedometers are sealed and any forced interference with the speedometers will result in the rate immediately reverting to daily rates and 500 kms per day will be charged.
      2. In the event of a break-down (due to client error or negligence) or accident, the hirer will be responsible for all resultant costs, including towing. Towing due to mechanical failure on the vehicle (where the renter is not responsible for the failure) will be covered by Tempest Car Hire.
      3. All accidents (should the damage be more than R1000) and vehicle thefts are subject to a R400 administration charge per incident. This is over and above the excess amount payable and a once off contract fee of R33.
      4. Personal belongings stolen from vehicles are not covered.
      5. The client has the right to appoint their own assessor providing this is done within 72 hours of the accident and Tempest is notified accordingly, failing which Tempest reserves the right to appoint their own Assessor. The rental will remain open until such time as Tempest receives the keys to the vehicle.
      6. Undercarriage, Windscreen and Tyre Damage:-
        The excess does not cover repairs to tyres, windscreens and under-carriage, and the costs for these repairs will be for the Renter. Should these components be damaged as a result of an accident, they are covered by the excess.

      Personal Accident Insurance

      1. Personal accident insurance is included in our rates. The policy is underwritten by Regent Insurance in South Africa. The insurance covers the passengers in the vehicle and cover is provided as below:

        • Accidental death: R250,000 per incident
        • Permanent disability: R250,000 per incident
        • Emergency medical expenses: R20,000 per incident
        • Guaranteed hospital admission: R5000 per incident

      Extras

      Delivery and collection

      We can deliver or collect your vehicle. When making your booking, please select the branch closest to where you require your vehicle delivered/collected and furnish the address details when completing your booking. Delivery and collection charges are as follows:-

      * < 25 kms : R220.00 during office hours; R440.00 after hours
      * > 25 kms : R220.00 during office hours; R440.00 after hours + R4.40 per extra km

      Additional Drivers

      Charges will increase by R110 per rental for each additional driver nominated. In the event of accident damage or theft caused to the vehicle whilst being driven by a driver not specified on the Rental Agreement, the hirer will be responsible for the full value of damage or loss.

      Baby seats

      Baby seats are available at R50 per day and capped at R200 per rental. Our baby seats are suitable for toddlers up to 14 kg's. Please call Tempest Car Hire on 0861TEMPEST (8367378) or +27 (0)11 552 3900 to request a babyseat with your booking. Please note that babyseats are subject to availability and during holiday season and at coastal locations.

      After Hours Surcharges

      Please refer to our branch listings for branch opening and closing hours. Any collection of a vehicle outside of these hours will be subject to an after hours surcharge of R220.

      Cross Border Fees

      No vehicle may cross any RSA, Namibian, Botswana, Mozambique, Lesotho or Swaziland border without prior consent from Tempest Car Hire. A letter of authority must be obtained from the renting branch, this gives permission for the vehicle to cross the border. A cross border fee of R1000 is applicable into Botswana, Mozambique and Namibia. No vehicles are allowed into Zimbabwe, Angola or Malawi. No vehicles are permitted to terminate in Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho or Swaziland, however a one way drop-off fee into Namibia is charged at R1500 when rentals begin in South Africa and end in Namibia (Windhoek only).

      One Way Fees

      One way fees are subject to a charge of R500 between regions. The list below provides a guideline for the various one way fee exceptions:-

      ONE WAY FEES
      Gauteng - Pretoria No Charge
      Pretoria - Gauteng No Charge
      Pietermaritzburg - Durban No Charge
      George - Knysna R60.00
      Richards Bay - Durban R200.00
      Kimberley - Bloemfontein R330.00
      George - Port Elizabeth R330.00
      East London - Port Elizabeth R330.00
      Cape Town Area - George / Knysna R400.00

      Breach of Contract

      All related and unrelated costs shall be borne by the Renter in the case of Breach of Contract. Some examples of Breach of Contract are:-

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

      • Accident occurring after vehicle is due back
      • Driving under the influence of alcohol
      • Accident due to traffic violation
      • Unauthorised drivers
      • Where negligence can be proven