Terms & Conditions

Definitions

• Company: Global Travel Reservations LLC operating DriveOBuddy.com.
• Website: DriveOBuddy.com and all associated pages.
• User: Any person accessing our website or services.
• Booking: A rental vehicle reservation request.
• Rental Partner: Third-party vehicle rental provider.

Nature of Service

DriveOBuddy.com is an independent car rental booking and facilitation platform. We do not own or operate rental vehicles. Vehicle rentals are fulfilled by licensed third-party rental partners.

We are not affiliated with or endorsed by any specific rental company including Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Dollar, Thrifty, National, Alamo, or similar brands.

Booking & Reservations

• Bookings may be requested online or by phone.
• A booking is confirmed only after written confirmation.
• Submitting an enquiry form does not create a reservation.
• Customers must provide accurate booking information.

Pricing & Fees

Prices displayed on our website are estimates and may change based on availability, season, location, taxes, and supplier rates.

• Government taxes and surcharges
• Airport pickup/drop-off fees
• Additional driver fees
• GPS or child seat rental charges
• Insurance or damage waiver charges
• Fuel charges
• Late return fees

Driver Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• International drivers may require an IDP.
• Minimum rental age is generally 21 years.
• Drivers under 25 may incur additional fees.

Security Deposit

Most rental providers require a refundable security deposit at vehicle pickup. Deposit amounts vary by vehicle category and supplier policies.

Insurance

Insurance options are provided during booking confirmation. Customers are responsible for reviewing available coverage options.

Insurance claims are handled directly between the customer, rental provider, and insurance company.

Cancellation & Modifications

• Cancellation policies vary by rental supplier.
• Late cancellations may incur fees.
• No-shows may result in forfeiture of payments made.
• Changes are subject to vehicle availability.

User Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and truthful information.
• Comply with rental partner requirements.
• Use the website only for lawful purposes.
• Be legally authorized to drive the rented vehicle.
• Pay all tolls, parking charges, and traffic fines.

Limitation of Liability

DriveOBuddy.com acts solely as a booking intermediary. We are not responsible for:

• Vehicle breakdowns or defects
• Rental partner service failures
• Accidents, theft, or loss
• Booking errors caused by incorrect customer information
• Supplier cancellations or delays

Our liability shall not exceed any service fee paid directly to DriveOBuddy.com for the booking.

Intellectual Property

All website content, text, graphics, logos, and designs are owned by Global Travel Reservations LLC and protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, customers should first contact our support team. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve concerns before formal proceedings.

Changes to Terms

DriveOBuddy.com reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any revisions.