Your Obligations
As driver and owner of your vehicle you have certain duties and obligations which must be met. We have provided some guidelines to assist you throughout the ownership of your vehicle.
Upon your new vehicle being delivered
When your vehicle is delivered please ensure that you complete a thorough inspection of the vehicle to confirm the following:
- The vehicle matches the order you placed, including any options selected.
- There is no damage on the vehicle.
If you are not entirely happy with the vehicle when it is delivered do not accept the car or drive it. Please contact your Scheme Co-ordinator.
Regular Vehicle Checks
It's important that the vehicle remains in good condition and that regular checks are performed to ensure that fluid levels (oil/water) and tyre pressure and condition are maintained.
When an engine is new and “Running in” the oil consumption may be slightly higher than normal and could use as much as 1 litre every 1,000 miles, therefore regular weekly checks by yourself are critical. Failure to do so may result in serious damage to your engine and a re-charge of any costs incurred.
How to check the tyres of the vehicle
The Tyre Industry Council have devised a five point tyre check:
- Check all tyre pressures.
- Check signs of irregular wear, i.e. alignment.
- Check and examine the spare tyre.
- Check tyre tread depth.
- Check overall condition of tyres, including inner and outer sidewalls.
Make sure that you have the correct pressures in the front and rear tyres of your car. Check your vehicle user manual to ensure that you have the correct tyre pressure. Many vehicles today do have different tyre pressures in the front and the rear.
Stick to the service schedule
If you are unsure as to the service schedule on your vehicle, speak to a representative or refer to the vehicles user manual. You must always have your vehicle serviced (if necessary) at your dealer.
Don’t drive if the vehicle is defective
If at any time you feel the vehicle is defective, please pull over where and when it is safe to do so and call your breakdown provider.
Repairing any damage
Please make arrangements to repair any known defects as soon as possible to ensure the safe operation of your vehicle. Should you require any guidance please speak to a representative.
On returning your vehicle
If you return your vehicle at any time, a vehicle inspection will be carried out by your representative which must be signed by yourself or someone on behalf of you and your employer.
Please could you also ensure that on the return of your vehicle it is clean (inside and outside) and all car documentation including service book, security codes, alloy wheel keys, remote unlocking devices and keys are presented with the vehicle. All personal effects must be removed. Please refer to the End of Agreement Checklist and Unfair Wear & Tear Guide included in this website.
Passenger Safety
As the driver of the vehicle you must ensure that you and all passengers in the vehicle wear a seatbelt. Failure to do so could result in a £30 fixed penalty notice or a maximum £500 fine.
Driving Licence
You must at all times be the holder of a full and valid driving licence. We recommend that you keep your license with you at all times.
Speed Limits
It's important to remember that a speed limit is just that - the top speed that you can drive at on any particular road. Therefore you must ensure that you adjust your speed in accordance with the road conditions and always stay within the limits.
Vehicle Use
At all times your vehicle must be driven in accordance with the applicable motor insurance policy and your employers instructions.
Insurance
Only let drivers who are properly insured on a fully comprehensive basis drive your vehicle.
Scheme policy
Always abide by all aspects of the Scheme's polices.