Rental Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 2025

These General Terms and Conditions govern the rental of vehicles by M.A.C.K. d.o.o., Frana Supila 5, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia  |  VAT ID: HR54622707977. By signing a rental agreement you confirm you have read and agree to these terms in their entirety.

1. Definitions

MACK — M.A.C.K. d.o.o., Frana Supila 5, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia, VAT ID: HR54622707977.

Renter — the person or legal entity renting the vehicle, responsible for all contract obligations.

Driver / Additional Driver — a natural person listed on the rental agreement as "Client / Driver", responsible for all provisions of the agreement.

User — Renter, Driver and Additional Driver collectively.

Contract — the individual rental agreement signed at vehicle pick-up, authorising vehicle use and defining pick-up/drop-off, coverage, equipment, services, payment method, mileage, fuel level, damage status, and the rights and obligations of both parties.

Client's requests not compliant with these Terms may be approved at MACK's discretion and will be noted on the Contract.

2. Terms of Lease

By signing the contract the user confirms taking over the vehicle in the appropriate condition with all pertaining equipment and documentation. The driver guarantees responsibility to the lessor in solidarity with any legal person whose behalf they act.

By signing, the user guarantees having fulfilled minimum age requirements for a driving licence, possessing all required documentation, and operating the vehicle in accordance with valid regulations of the Republic of Croatia. Original documents must be presented; copies are kept as annex to the contract.

The user is held responsible for traffic violations during the contract term, even after the contract ends.

3. User Obligations
  • Only drivers listed on the Contract with a valid driver's licence (held for at least 2 years) may drive the vehicle.
  • The vehicle must not be driven outside Croatian borders unless each country is pre-approved; otherwise all coverage is void and additional cross-border fees apply.
  • At the end of the rental the User must return the vehicle at the agreed place and time in the same condition as received, with all equipment and at the same fuel level. Modifications to the vehicle are strictly prohibited.
  • Vehicles are rented on a daily basis (24-hour day). A grace period of 1 hour applies after the return time; after that a new day is charged.
  • Extensions and changes to the lease must be requested in writing at least 24 hours before the expiry deadline; otherwise MACK is authorised to report the vehicle missing.
  • The vehicle must not be overloaded, used for training new drivers, transport or towing, racing, endurance testing, speed testing, or any unlawful purpose.
  • The vehicle must only be used by listed drivers for personal use; the vehicle must not be made available to unauthorised users.
  • The user must keep the vehicle properly, close all windows and lock it when leaving, and drive only on public roads without the influence of alcohol or drugs, observing all traffic laws.
  • The user must take care of regular technical vehicle maintenance (coolant, oil, fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
  • If the instrument panel signals a need for maintenance, or if the user believes the vehicle needs maintenance, the user must notify the lessor immediately. Failure to comply may result in the user being obliged to compensate all damages and loss of earnings. If the vehicle is not roadworthy, MACK will replace it within 48 hours.
  • The user bears all costs related to vehicle use, including highway tolls, bridge tolls, parking fees, and traffic violations.
  • The user authorises the lessor to charge all traffic offences, parking tickets, and fines with no prior notification if they result from violation of Croatian law or any other country's law during the rental period. A handling fee will be added and charged to the card on the front of the contract.
  • A legal person may with prior written notice to the lessor permit a qualifying worker to use the vehicle, provided the driver is familiarised with these terms — which does not diminish the legal person's responsibility.
  • Direct User fault damage or damage from disregarding these terms means the User is liable for all damages and costs from operational inability. In this case MACK reserves the right to terminate the contract immediately with no refund.
  • Vehicle damage or theft: if the vehicle is stolen or damaged due to the User's negligence, or the User being responsible for the damage or theft, or the User disregarding any clause of the rental agreement, the User is held responsible.
  • The User agrees to return the vehicle to the nearest MACK office if requested.
  • The Renter is responsible for all costs and fines resulting from breaching any of the above.
4. Damage & Loss of Documentation

In the event of damage, missing equipment or tools, missing documentation, licence plates, or vehicle keys, the user is obliged to compensate the costs.

The user is responsible for damage to the engine, mechanical parts (e.g. lack of oil, coolant or other fluids), as well as damage to the sump, clutch, undercarriage, vehicle interior, seats, licence plates, pouring wrong fuel or other failures caused by user negligence.

In all these cases the user reimburses the lessor with the full amount of vehicle repair costs, plus the daily rent lost for the duration of repair (no more than 30 days), and any other damages such as towing costs or impaired vehicle value.

Use of the vehicle according to the manufacturer's instructions is required. Damages from non-compliance with instructions are not covered by insurance and are the user's obligation.

5. Traffic Accidents & Vehicle Damages

In the event of an accident, vehicle damage, theft, engine breakdown or similar circumstances:

  1. Ensure the prevention of further damage to the rented vehicle until lessor takeover.
  2. Record names and addresses of witnesses and participants; fill in the European accident report (signed by all parties); photograph the driver's licence, registration certificate, third-party protection certificate of all involved parties as well as all vehicles involved (with visible licence plates).
  3. Call the police and procure a record of events, except in the case of motor breakdown; assist the police in investigating the accident.
  4. Inform the nearest MACK office.

The user must report any damage to the police. Failure to provide a police record, failure to make a statement, or failure to provide an alcohol test means all damage costs will be borne by the vehicle user in full, including lost profits from daily rent for up to 30 days, regardless of the user's fault or whether additional insurance (CDW+/SCDW) was purchased.

If the User is the responsible party, the User is held responsible for replacement vehicle and towing costs. If not responsible, MACK will supply a replacement vehicle within 48 hours and organise towing.

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Card Pre-Authorisation & Post-Rental Charges

By completing this booking, you authorise M.A.C.K. d.o.o. to charge the payment card provided for:

  • All traffic fines, toll charges, parking penalties, and other traffic offences incurred during the rental period, including those received after the vehicle has been returned. A handling fee applies per incident.
  • Vehicle damage not covered by the insurance package selected at the time of booking (up to the applicable excess/franchise amount, or the full repair cost if the damage was caused by a breach of these terms).
  • Fuel charges if the vehicle is returned with a fuel level lower than at collection.
  • Late return fees if the vehicle is not returned by the agreed date and time.

All charges except traffic fines and violations will be processed within 30 days of the rental end date. Traffic fines, penalties, and toll charges are charged as and when they are received by MACK from the relevant authority. You will be notified by email before any post-rental charge is made.

6. Vehicle Protection (CDW / SCDW / TP)

CDW / TP coverage reduces the risk and amount of participation (excess) in damage, provided the damage was not caused by violating these terms or deliberate improper use. CDW reduces liability for damage or theft up to the excess (franchise) amount. Coverage for passengers in an accident (PAI) is included; driver and passengers are insured for death and disability to the extent decided by the insurance company.

SCDW (Zero Excess): by accepting and paying for this additional coverage the user can limit their overall liability for damage to zero.

Basic protection (CDW) and SCDW do NOT cover: destruction/damage to tyres, wheels or hubcaps; destruction/damage to the undercarriage; the vehicle interior (unless the interior is damaged in an accident); all windows; any damage without a record. By signing the rental agreement the user authorises the lessor to charge the credit card holder for all costs, failures or losses up to the franchise or the full damage amount if these terms were not adhered to, including damage discovered after the vehicle was returned of which the user did not notify the lessor.

Insurance does not cover damages done in high-risk areas or war zones, or when the rental car is used outside Croatia during transportation on the ferry or on the islands without written consent of the lessor.

CDW and SCDW do NOT cover: lost or damaged vehicle documentation, car keys, or licence plates; any damages which were not reported to the Police and a MACK representative, and for which the User did not supply a police report.

Roadside assistance is available only within the borders of the Republic of Croatia. Taking the car across the border means the client accepts this responsibility.

7. Contract Cancellation

If the contract has been filled in and the rental started, the User does not have the right to cancel the contract.

MACK reserves the right to cancel the contract unilaterally at any point of rental by notifying the client by email or phone at least 12 hours in advance.

If the User returns the vehicle before the agreed time, costs are calculated according to the terms agreed on the contract regardless of changes made after signing. No refund of rent or additional services in case of early return, late cancellation, or no-show. If the User uses the vehicle even after the rental period ended, MACK reserves the right to charge the rent until the vehicle was returned, plus the late return fee per the official pricelist.

8. Costs Reimbursed to the User

The lessor reimburses the user for costs of oil, lubricants, regular servicing, and minor repairs that occurred during the lease period, except the cost of washing the vehicle, after submitting all settled invoices.

The invoice must be addressed to: M.A.C.K. d.o.o., Frana Supila 3, 20000 Dubrovnik, Hrvatska, VATID: 54622707977.

Reimbursement requires prior agreement of an authorised MACK representative; otherwise reimbursement will not be feasible.

9. Rental Price, Fees & Other Costs
  • Additional services, fees and costs are charged separately per the general terms, contract, and official MACK price lists, and are not included in the rental price.
  • The rental price, additional services, fees and costs are subject to change per MACK business decisions, changes in taxation or legislation.
  • If the User uses the rented vehicle abroad without notifying MACK at check-out, a fee plus contract penalty will be charged per the official price list.
  • By signing the Contract the User accepts responsibility for all charges detailed in the Contract.
  • Mileage included will be written on every contract; additional mileage will be charged per the official pricelist.
10. Driver Requirements
  • Minimum rental age: 21 years / 25 for premium cars. A Young Driver fee per day applies to drivers aged 21–24.
  • Maximum rental age: 90 years. A Senior Driver fee per day applies to drivers aged 70–90.
  • The driving licence must have been issued at least 2 years before the start of the rental.
11. Cross-Border Travel
  • A cross-border fee is not included in the basic rate and is payable upon pick-up per the current price list. Cross-border rentals are allowed only to neighbouring countries of Croatia (Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Hungary, Slovenia, and Italy). Other countries may be allowed on request.
  • Cross border is NOT allowed into: Kosovo, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, Russia & former USSR countries, Turkey, Syria or any other country not specifically listed as allowed.
  • The User is obligated to specify every country they will take the vehicle into. Any country not written on the contract is a breach of the cross-border clause.
12. Personal Data & Privacy

By signing this Agreement, the Renter acknowledges and agrees that providing personal information is mandatory for renting a vehicle. The Renter's personal data — including but not limited to name, address, contact details, driver's licence information, and payment details — will be collected and processed in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

The Company shall retain the Renter's personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil legal obligations, including but not limited to identifying the driver in cases of traffic violations, parking fines, toll charges, or any other legal matters arising from the use of the rented vehicle. Such data may be shared with relevant authorities, law enforcement agencies, or third parties responsible for processing fines and legal claims, as required by law.

The Renter acknowledges that failure to provide the required personal information will result in the inability to rent a vehicle. The Company commits to handling all personal data securely and in compliance with applicable privacy regulations.

13. Other Provisions

The lessor is not liable for the loss of personal objects or damage suffered by the user due to delay in the delivery of the vehicle, or for damages that might be incurred by the user due to malfunction of the vehicle during the rental period.

The lessor has the right to terminate the rental contract and immediately take possession of the vehicle if the user fails to act in accordance with any provision of these terms and conditions or the rental agreement, or if the vehicle is damaged. The termination of the rental service under these provisions does not put into question other rights of the lessor stated under these terms.

This contract is drawn up in two identical copies, of which one is given to the user and the other is retained by the lessor. By signing, the User accepts this contract and all of its provisions, and the acceptance of damage coverage from Article 8 accepts the conditions and terms of the coverage.

Amendments to this contract may only be done in writing; oral agreements are considered invalid.

In the event of a dispute both parties agree to submit the issue to the jurisdiction of the court in Zagreb, under Croatian law.