PQBR (Group U) - Downtown - Standard

Thrifty Car Rental - Darwin
Recommended Passenger Capacity:

Baggage Capacity:

3 large suitcases and 2 small suitcases.
Total Price: A$1148
Vehicle Group/Type:

Group U - Premium Ute 4WD - Mitsubishi Triton or similar.
Inclusions:

- Unlimited Kilometres.

- Goods and Services Tax (GST).

- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), subject to Loss damage liability to the amount applicable.

- Compulsory Third Party Insurance.

- Vehicle Registration Recovery Fee (VRRF).

- Additional Driver Fee.

- A full tank of fuel.
Does Not Include:

- Tyre and windscreen damage.

- Reduction of Loss Damage Liability.

- One Way Rental Fees.

- Refuelling Service Fees.

- Tolls.

- Applicable miscellaneous charges.

- Optional charges.

- Airline and partner points are excluded.
Hire Terms:

Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26:
RENTAL PERIOD:

A rental day is deemed to be 24 hours from the commencement of rental. Rental rate is based on rate that the rental starts irrespective of seasonal changes.

RATES:

Rates provided are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD) and inclusive of GST. The rate applicable at the time of booking is the rate that will be applied to the duration of the rental. If a rental crosses two seasons, the season at the time of pickup will apply to the duration of the rental.

LOCATIONS:

- These rates are valid at the following locations:

NT Locations: Darwin City Downtown and Airport, Alice Springs City and Airport, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Ayers Rock Village and Airport.

WA Locations: Kununurra City and Airport and Broome Airport.

DEPOT OPENING HOURS:

- Opening hours may change due to operational requirements. Hours are subject to change without notice due to change of seasons, public holidays and daylight savings.

- If clients wish to collect cars outside of depot operating hours, fees may apply.

LOSS OR DAMAGE COVER:

- Compulsory Third Party Insurance: All Thrifty vehicles have Compulsory Third Party Insurance (CTP), according to legislation within each respective state or territory. CTP Insurance covers all third-party persons or passengers injured during an accident. CTP cover is included in the daily rate charged by Thrifty. The claims department does not process claims for CTP; the relevant CTP insurer will deal with these claims direct. CTP insurance DOES NOT provide cover for injuries sustained by the driver at fault. CTP insurance also DOES NOT provide cover for damage to property or motor vehicles.

- Loss Damage Liability: A fee is payable by the renter for ANY loss or damage to our vehicle regardless of cause/fault (i.e. whether it results from accident damage, hail damage, theft etc.) (Loss Damage Liability). The LDL is payable for EACH SEPARATE incident of damage (e.g. if a vehicle sustains accident damage and hail damage within the one rental period, then 2 separate fees will apply). The amount of the LDL is calculated and then stated on the first page of the rental agreement signed by the renter at the time of collection of the vehicle.

- The Loss Damage Liability is:

Passenger vehicles and 8-seater minibus: AU$5900 for drivers over and under 25 years of age.

4WD and buses: AU$6900 for drivers over 25 years of age and not permitted for drivers under 25 years of age.

In addition, a Premium Location Surcharge may also apply. These fees are subject to change.

- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW): All Thrifty vehicles come with a CDW which covers damage caused to the vehicle and third party property. Tyre and windscreen damage is not included. Collision Damage Waiver is subject to conditions and exclusions so please see our Standard Terms and Conditions for details. Collision Damage Waiver is included in the daily rate.

- Ultimate Protection (UP): The renter may choose a city or Airport Ultimate rate or pay the appropriate fee on pick up (approximately AU$45 per day for Conventional vehicles and AU$55 per day for 4WD&#8217;s plus any Premium location Surcharges, currently 25% for Airport and Ayers Rock collections) and initial the rental agreement for the Ultimate Protection cover to take effect The renter will be provided standard Collision Damage Waiver. In addition: LDL will be nil and tyre and windscreen damage is covered when the damage is accidental (there is only coverage for 1 tyre under this coverage). Towing charges in excess of AU$500 are not covered.

- No vehicles are covered in the event of water damage or undercarriage/roof overhead damage.

- Subject to the exceptions set out in Thrifty's Standard Terms and Conditions, or if a renter or Authorised Driver breaches Thrifty's Standard Terms and Conditions, Collision Damage Waiver, or Ultimate Protection may not cover the driver or renter and the renter will be liable for all damages incurred by Thrifty. All fees and charges listed in the loss or damage cover section are subject to change without notice.

- Standard Collision Damage Waiver is not valid in the event of unauthorised entry into Aboriginal land or breach of permit conditions and/or regulations. If travelling is likely to be into any Aboriginal Permit area Thrifty must be advised at time of reservation so that vehicle suitability can be checked, if travel into permit areas is not noted on rental agreement the renter is liable for any/all vehicle recovery costs and damages.


CLAIMS (DAMAGE RECOVERY WHERE AN ACCIDENT HAS OCCURRED)

- In the event of an accident, the driver/renter must notify us immediately but due to privacy laws Thrifty can only communicate with the renter listed on the Rental Agreement contract. Claims Department can be contacted by email: claims@rentacar.com.au

RATE INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS:

All Rates includes:

- Unlimited Kilometres.

- GST (Goods and Services Tax).

- Standard Cover - a damage recovery fee will apply.

- Compulsory Third Party Insurance.

- VRRF (Vehicle Registration Recovery Fee).

- Additional Driver Fee.

- A full Tank of Fuel (vehicle is to be returned full).


Standard Cover does not include

- Tyre and Windscreen Damage.

- Reduction of Loss Damage Liability.


Additional Rental Charges and Exclusions:

- Damage Recovery Fee. (unless on Ultimate Protection Rate).

- Tyre and Windscreen Cover (Unless on Ultimate Protection Rate).

- One way rental fees.

- Optional extras and incidental charges.

- Fuel.

- Airline and partner program points.

- Cancellation and no-show fees.

AGE QUALIFICATIONS:

- Drivers must be 21 years and over for the following vehicles at all locations: H, D, G, V, T.

- Drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 inclusive incur a AU$27.50 (incl GST) per day surcharge.

- Drivers must be 25 years and over for the following vehicles at all NT locations: J1, J, U, R

DRIVERS LICENCE REQUIREMENTS:

- Thrifty recognises all current full Australian and International licences. The driver&#8217;s licence must be in English with a photo and produced at the start of the rental. Otherwise, an International Driving Permit will be required or an official translation for those countries where international permits cannot be obtained. International Driving Permits will not be accepted without presenting the driver&#8217;s original license as well. Provisional, Learner, or extraordinary licences are not accepted. Vehicles will not be rented to anyone under the age of 21.

PREMIUM LOCATION SURCHARGE (PLS):

- PLS is a levy applied to rentals commencing at certain premium locations throughout Australia. These charges are levied by various authorities and therefore are subject to change at any time. Our PLS Inclusive rate and Airport Supreme rate includes these charges however they will also be levied against optional extras and incidental charges, for example one-way fees, extra spare tyres, etc. which will be payable by the renter at the counter on pick up. The current PLS rate is 26%.

ADMINISTRATION RECOVERY FEE:

- Each rental is subject to an administration fee which is included in your rate. However, an administration fee may apply to other charges incurred for the rental including damage charges, extra spare tyres, one-way fees, etc. which will be payable by the renter at the counter on pick up. The current admin fee is 3.5%.

ADDITIONAL DRIVER SURCHARGE:

- No surcharges apply to additional drivers.

INFANT AND CHILD BOOSTER SEATS:

- Are available at most Thrifty locations and must be requested at time of booking. Infant and Child Booster seats are available at a cost of AU$24.20 (incl GST) per day per seat with a maximum charge of AU$242.00 (incl GST) per seat, per rental. Subject to availability.

GPS UNITS:

- GPS Units are NOT available from Thrifty locations the majority of vehicles now come with Apple Carplay and/or Android Auto.

THRIFTY INFRINGEMENTS:

- The renter is responsible for any/all traffic infringements incurred during the course of the rental. If incurred, Thrifty will transfer these infringements into the name of the renter who then becomes responsible for nominating and transferring the responsibility to the driver of the vehicle at the time of the infringement, and for paying the fine. In addition to the stated fine a AU$66.00 (incl GST) administration fee is payable for each speeding or parking infringement transfer. This administration fee will be charged to the renter&#8217;s credit card and advised in the notification letter and infringement notice sent. Any queries relating to Infringements are to be directed to our Infringements Department by email: rent@rentacar.com.au.

CREDIT CARD POLICY:

- Thrifty NT accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express, but does not accept Diners. A charge card fee applies.

SECURITY DEPOSIT:

- Thrifty require a credit card deposit on all rentals; AU$200 on Credit Card / AU$200 on Visa or Master Debit Card for all passenger vehicles including 8 seater buses and AU$500 on credit card / AU$500 on Visa or Master Debit Card for 4WDs. The deposit is taken at the time of the rental; any unused portion of the deposit will be refunded at the completion of the rental. Please be aware that the refund may take 2-7 working days to come back into the customer&#8217;s account.

- No cash deposit will be accepted.

ONE WAY RENTAL POLICY:

- One way rental service is available between all Thrifty NT Locations, subject to availability and a one way rental fee.

- One-way-rentals are available between the following combination of pick-up and drop-off locations. In addition to the daily rental charges, the following conditions and drop-off fees apply to conventional vehicles and 4WDs only. Drop-off fees to all other destinations other than as specified are provided on application.

- Please use the below table as a guide only. One way fees are payable direct and will be advised at time of pick up.

 

EXTRA TYRES:

- For some 4WDs a second spare tyre can be hired (subject to availability). They can be requested for pick up from Darwin, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Kununurra and Broome and are subject to availability. Cost is from AU$22.00 (incl GST). Please note: extra spare tyres will sit in the rear cargo area of our 4wd wagons taking up some potential luggage space. If a second spare on a rim is not available, we can offer to hire a tyre itself not on a rim starting at a cost of AU$11 per day. The client would then have to get the tyre fitted to a rim by a tyre fitter. We would only charge for the complete cost of the tyre if it is used. This is especially useful for travel around the Kimberley where the purchase of a new tyre from a remote location is very expensive. Even it a customer takes our Ultimate Protection Package, it only covers 1 tyre.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE:

- Standard roadside assistance is included in the rate quoted for breakdowns. Towing charges are applicable in the event of an accident and or of the towing charge is in excess of AU$500. Please see our rental Terms and Conditions for details. Please be aware that response times for vehicles requiring roadside assistance in remote or isolated locations may take many hours. Thrifty maintains its vehicles to the highest possible standard with strict servicing and inspection schedules.

DRIVING RESTRICTIONS:

- All roads are subject to closure by any statutory authority in any region at any time.

- Thrifty vehicles are permitted to be driven within the Northern Territory and Kimberley region subject to area of use conditions contained in this manual. Vehicles are not permitted outside of this area unless authorised by Thrifty management.

- Vehicles must not be used on any unsealed road (being a road not sealed with a hard material such as tar, bitumen or concrete) unless the vehicle is a 4WD in which case it may be used on well-maintained gazetted unsealed roads. IWAR / V (Mitsubishi Outlander) are allowed on the Mereenie Loop Rd (Larapinta Dr) and Ernest Giles Roads in Central Australia if we are informed at time of booking and the renter is aware that Premium / Ultimate protection does not cover travel on these roads.

- You must never take any vehicle on any unsealed road unless it is a four wheel drive (4wd) vehicle which has a transfer case with an independent Low Range and High range capability. No vehicle (including 4WDs) may be used on off road conditions. Off road conditions include but are not limited to fire trails, beaches, sand, tracks, fields, paddocks, creeks or river crossings. J1 Suzuki Jimny rented from the Broome office are allowed to drive on Cable Beach in Broome.

- Damage to overhead, under body or damage caused by water is not covered by any damage recovery fee. All costs of damage or repair would be at the renter&#8217;s own expense.

NT, BROOME and KUNUNURRA:

- There are many areas and sites that Thrifty NT will not allow access to and where different damage liability conditions apply. Listed below are the areas where these vehicle types MUST NOT be driven at any time.

- Should you decide to enter these areas Thrifty NT WILL NOT provide any damage liability coverage. Any damage to the vehicle, either mechanical or panel, sustained in these areas or as a result of being in these areas, will be at the HIRER&#8217;S EXPENSE as will any costs relating to vehicle recovery.

- Thrifty reserves the right to deny access to some areas due to road conditions without notice.


Access is denied as per above to the areas listed within the following regions:

- Kakadu Region Jim Jim and Twin Falls: All year.

- Arnhem Land: Access to Arnhem Land including Gurig/Cobourg National Park (J, U, R 4WD access to Davidsons Arnhem Land Safaris is allowed with prior permission).

- Katherine Region: Central Arnhem Road to Gove beyond Bulman.

- Kimberley Region: Mitchell Plateau and Kalumburu, Kalumburu Road North of Drysdale River Station, Canning Stock Route, Tanami Track (including Wolfe Creek Crater).

- Broome: Cable Beach with the exemption of J1 Suzuki Jimnys rented from Broome.

- Central Australia: Tanami Track west of Rabbit Flat, Gunbarrell Highway, Plenty/Donahue Highway, Canning Stock Route and the Strzlecki Track. With Thrifty's written consent and knowledge, you can travel on the Oodnadatta Track and Birdsville Track only when travelling with another vehicle.

- Other Areas: Outside of the Northern Territory or Western Australian borders without Thrifty's prior consent.

- Any Aboriginal lands which require a permit unless Thrifty have given prior written approval upon submission of a valid entry permit, entry to Aboriginal land without a permit is illegal.


Areas with special conditions: Only J1, J, U and Rs (and V where stated) are permitted to travel in the following areas and routes and they are subject to seasonal road conditions, permission must be given expressly by Thrifty prior to travel:

- Northern Territory: on Larapinta Drive or Namatjira Drive, also known as the Mereenie Loop Road (V/IWAR allowed on the Mereenie Loop Rd if Thrifty are told in advance) and on the Tanami Road, east of Rabbit Flat.

- Western Australia: on the Spring Creek Track (the access road to Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles); on the Gibb River Road and all unsealed roads adjacent to this road; on the Fairfield-Leopold Downs Road and all unsealed roads adjacent to this road; and on the Duncan Highway and all unsealed roads adjacent to this road.


Even if Thrifty has granted permission to travel in these areas and routes, and you have purchased additional Loss or Damage cover that reduces the Loss Damage Liability, the standard, non-reducible Loss Damage Liability amounts apply in these areas. The standard damage recovery fees on J1, J, U and R is AU$6,900 for a vehicle accidents and always apply, Ultimate Protection options purchased will NOT apply while travelling on these roads. Any recovery fees will be in addition to this fee.

Gibb River Road travel between June and September is subject to seasonal road conditions. It is the responsibility of the renter to check road conditions before travel. 


The following is a guide only to the road conditions and the vehicle type suitable to the major touri
Please Note: The vehicles shown are examples. Specific models within a car group may vary in availability and features such as passenger seating, luggage capacity and fuel consumption.