1. Renter information
The final record includes the renter's full legal name, date of birth, driver's license number and issuing state, phone, email, and current address.
Rental terms
Full Rental Contract
Version carolina-drive-rentals-vehicle-rental-agreement-2026-08-19. This digital version follows the supplied Carolina Drive Rentals Vehicle Rental Agreement. Vehicle condition, fuel, odometer, VIN, plate, final rate, deposit, and company authorization are completed before release.
2. Rental vehicle
Yahia Alasfar d/b/a Carolina Drive Rentals (Owner) agrees to rent the vehicle identified by make, model, year, VIN, color, license plate, and current mileage. The renter has an opportunity to inspect it before possession and accepts its pickup condition except for damage documented in the Vehicle Condition Report or otherwise by the parties.
3. Rental period
The final record states pickup and return dates, times, and locations. The rental begins when the renter takes possession and ends when the vehicle is returned and accepted by Owner. The renter may not extend the period without prior approval.
4. Rental rate and payment
The final record states the rental rate, security deposit, and amount due at pickup. Payment must use an approved method. The renter authorizes charges for authorized rental charges and, where permitted by law, approved extensions, late return, fuel, cleaning, smoking, tolls, parking and traffic charges, towing and storage, damage, missing keys or key fobs, and other charges expressly authorized by the agreement.
5. Mileage
UNLIMITED mileage is included in the rental rate, subject to all other agreement terms. Pickup and return mileage may be recorded for maintenance, condition documentation, and fleet management.
6. Security deposit
The deposit secures the renter's obligations and may be applied to amounts lawfully owed, including documented damage, excessive cleaning, missing equipment, unpaid rent, fuel, towing, storage, or other permitted amounts. It is not automatically forfeited. Any retained amount must correspond to an amount actually owed or otherwise allowed by law, and the remaining balance is returned under the stated procedure and applicable law.
7. Authorized drivers
No one may operate the vehicle unless approved by Carolina Drive Rentals and meeting all licensing, age, insurance, and other requirements. The renter remains responsible for the vehicle and anyone the renter permits to operate it, and may not lend, sublease, rent, transfer, or provide possession without prior written authorization.
8. Driver requirements
The renter represents that the renter has a valid license, is legally permitted to drive, has no suspended, revoked, canceled, or invalid license, has provided truthful information, and will immediately report changes to license, insurance, or legal driving ability. Carolina Drive Rentals may reasonably verify identity, license, insurance, and eligibility information.
9. Return of vehicle
The vehicle must be returned in substantially the same condition, ordinary wear excepted, on the stated date and time at the stated location. Extension requests must be made before the scheduled return and are valid only when approved. Unauthorized late returns may result in additional rental charges and other reasonable lawful costs.
10. Vehicle recovery
Where permitted by law, Carolina Drive Rentals may lawfully recover the vehicle after expiration, nonpayment, agreement violation, abandonment, lapse of required insurance, materially false information, or another lawful basis. Prohibited self-help methods will not be used. The renter may owe reasonable recovery, towing, and storage costs for which the renter is legally responsible.
11. Damage to or loss of the vehicle
Subject to applicable law and insurance, the renter is responsible for loss or damage caused by the renter, an authorized driver, or anyone given possession or access. Damage, loss, theft, vandalism, accidents, and mechanical problems must be reported promptly. Where permitted, responsibility may include reasonable repair or replacement, towing, storage, loss of use, and directly related expenses. Repairs require prior written authorization except reasonable emergency action to protect people or prevent additional damage.
12. Prohibited use
The vehicle may not be operated by an unauthorized driver; used to carry passengers or property for hire unless expressly authorized; used to tow or push; raced, drifted, or contested; driven while impaired; used illegally or for contraband; operated recklessly or overloaded; taken outside the United States without written authorization; used for rideshare, delivery, courier, or other commercial purposes unless expressly authorized; used contrary to law or insurance; or intentionally or recklessly damaged.
13. Fuel
The final record states pickup fuel. The renter must return approximately the same level unless otherwise agreed in writing, use the correct fuel, and may be charged the reasonable replacement cost plus any disclosed service charge.
14. Deposit deductions
The deposit stated above may be applied to documented amounts properly owed. Smoking, excessive cleaning, damage, missing keys, late returns, or other permitted charges may result in deduction. The renter remains responsible for permitted amounts exceeding the deposit.
15. Property in the vehicle
Carolina Drive Rentals is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to personal property left in or on the vehicle. The renter must remove all personal property before return.
16. Insurance
Before possession, the renter must provide acceptable insurance applicable to the vehicle and intended use, maintain all required coverage throughout the rental, and immediately report cancellation, expiration, suspension, or material change. The renter is responsible for applicable deductibles, uninsured amounts, excluded losses, and other lawful obligations. Proof of insurance does not eliminate contractual obligations.
17. Indemnification
To the extent permitted by law, the renter is responsible for claims, losses, damages, fines, penalties, and reasonable expenses arising from unauthorized, negligent, reckless, or unlawful use. The agreement does not eliminate liability or protection that cannot legally be waived.
18. Collections
Carolina Drive Rentals may lawfully collect properly due unpaid amounts. Where permitted, the renter may be responsible for reasonable collection costs, court costs, and attorney fees arising from breach.
19. Representations and warranties
Owner represents that, to Owner's knowledge, the vehicle is reasonably safe and in good condition for ordinary operation at rental start. The renter represents legal entitlement to drive and lawful operation, acknowledges an inspection opportunity, and agrees that existing damage will be documented by condition report and/or photographs.
20. Entire agreement
This agreement, the Vehicle Condition Report, reservation terms, payment authorization, insurance documentation, and incorporated rental documents form the parties' agreement. Amendments must be written or made through another legally valid electronic method agreed by the parties. Cancellation and refund terms will be disclosed before or at reservation. Nonwaivable consumer rights remain intact.
21. GPS and vehicle telematics
The vehicle may contain GPS, telematics, location, mileage, diagnostic, or fleet technology. Where permitted by law, it may be used for location, theft recovery, mileage verification, maintenance, diagnostics, safety, fleet management, and agreement enforcement. The renter may not disable, remove, tamper with, or interfere with it.
22. Maintenance and mechanical problems
Warning lights, mechanical problems, unusual noises, and unsafe conditions must be reported promptly. The renter must not continue driving when doing so could cause damage or danger. Owner remains responsible for normal-wear routine maintenance and mechanical issues, subject to law. Misuse, neglect, unauthorized modification, or continued operation after warning may be charged where permitted.
23. Governing law
The agreement is governed by applicable law, subject to mandatory federal, state, and local law applicable to the transaction.
24. Severability
If a provision is invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain effective to the extent permitted by law.
25. Electronic signatures
Electronic signatures, electronic records, and electronically delivered copies may be used and have the same effect as handwritten signatures to the extent permitted by law. The renter acknowledges an opportunity to read the agreement and ask questions before signing.
26. Renter acknowledgment
By signing, the renter acknowledges reading and understanding the agreement; providing truthful information; inspecting or having an opportunity to inspect the vehicle; understanding the rental rate, deposit, unlimited mileage, insurance requirements, prohibited uses, and authorized-driver restriction; and agreeing to return the vehicle and satisfy obligations to the extent permitted by law.
Operational compliance notes
Rental charges, surcharges, taxes, insurance disclosures, document retention, and electronic signatures should be reviewed by a North Carolina attorney and tax professional before real customer use.