Car & Van Hire - La Spezia

Rental conditions apply to all additional drivers. An additional driver surcharge is applicable to each additional driver at a rate of 5.00 EUR per day exclusive of VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable).

After-hours pick-up
This hire location offers pick-up outside the opening hours. Customers must email the branch at laspezia@locautorent.it to arrange a pick-up outside the opening hours. An additional charge of 36.60 EUR applies for pick-ups outside the opening hours.

After-hours return
Currently, returns outside the opening hours are not offered at this location.

AGE REQUIREMENTS — YOUNG DRIVERS
Mini to Economy car groups are available to renters aged 19 years and above.
Compact and Intermediate car groups and cargo vans are available to renters aged 21 years and above.
Full Size vans and Standard car groups are available to renters aged 25 years and above.
Luxury car groups are restricted to renters aged 27 years and above.

A young driver's fee of 22.00 EUR, excluding VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable), applies to renters aged 19 to 21 years.
A young driver's fee of 11.00 EUR, excluding VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable), applies to renters aged 22 to 24 years.

The young driver's fee does not apply to renters aged 25 years or older.

There is no maximum age limit to rent in Italy.

On completion of the booking, it is recommended to carefully check the local Terms and Conditions.

Vehicles can be driven in all the countries of the European Union, plus Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. No additional charges apply for cross-border travel. Prior authorisation to leave the country with the vehicle is not required. Returning the vehicle in another country without prior authorisation will incur a penalty charge of 2,000 EUR plus VAT and surcharges. A penalty of 25.00 EUR will be applied per tolls/traffic violation.

Damage Waiver (DW) is included in the reservation. It reduces the costs associated with damage of the vehicle subject to the terms and conditions of your rental agreement.
The applicable excess amounts are:

Mini and Economy: 1,200 EUR
Compact Manual: 1,500 EUR
Compact Automatic and Estate, Compact SUV, Intermediate, Standard Estate: 1,700 EUR
Passenger Van and Luxury Estate Car: 2,000 EUR
Short-wheelbase cargo vans: 1,900 EUR
Medium- and long-wheelbase cargo vans: 2,300 EUR
Special cargo vans: 3,600 EUR

In cases of driver negligence, or violation of applicable laws or road regulations of the country in which the vehicle is being driven, CDW coverage is invalid. In these cases, the renter will incur the entire financial loss suffered by the lessor.

Delivery and collection service is available on request. You can kindly contact our Reservation Centre by calling the following number +39 02 43020 1 or using the email address booking@locautorent.it.

In case of delay, the car will be kept available up to a maximum of 59 minutes after the scheduled booking time or train arrival/flight landing if such details are provided within the reservation.

For airport/train station bookings the flight number/train number is required to preserve the availability up to a maximum of 59 minutes after landing time/train arrival, and in any case no later than 90 minutes after the branch standard closing time (after closing time an out of hour fee of 30 EUR per rental—excluding VAT and airport and/or rail fees where applicable—will be applied).

If no flight/train details are provided, the branch will close at the standard closing time with no grace time of 59 minutes.

 

All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as pick-up will be subject to a one-way fee. Domestic and international one-way rentals are permitted to selected locations and must be pre-booked or authorised at the time of pick-up. The one-way fee varies based on car category, location and pick up date. The exact amount of the one-way fee will be displayed during the reservation process when entering the dates, desired route and car category.

All vehicles are delivered with a full tank of petrol and must be returned in the same condition.

If the vehicle is returned with less than a full tank, in addition to petrol shortage an extra charge of 35.00 EUR plus railway or airport fees and VAT for a refuelling service will apply.

All major debit and credit cards, issued by either American Express, Mastercard and Visa and Union Pay are accepted. All cards presented must be in the renter's name. Digital cards (Apple Pay/Google Pay etc.), prepaid cards and cash are not accepted as methods of payment. A security deposit plus the estimated cost of the rental will be taken at the time of rental. The deposit is 500 EUR for all vehicle categories.
For Luxury categories, only credit cards are accepted.
A lower deposit of 100 EUR is applicable for customers that choose to purchase the optional 'Don't Worry' coverage.

Roadside Plus (RSP) includes a 24-hour emergency service and is handled by our chosen service provider on our behalf. This optional product ensures free car towing in case of a breakdown or accident.
Roadside assistance is also available without the purchase of "Roadside Plus". The tow-track service will be charged according to the renter's special conditions for each service rendered.
Even if they purchase Roadside Plus, customers are responsible for the cost of the towing if the breakdown or accident is due to driver negligence or wilful misconduct.
"Roadside Plus" (RSP) is an optional product. Before purchasing RSP, it is advisable to determine if the renter's personal coverage is adequate. If RSP is declined, the renter will be required to pay these charges and seek compensation though their carrier of personal coverage. RSP is not insurance.

All drivers must present a fully valid driving license. Electronic or digital driving licenses are not accepted. All drivers must have held their license for at least 1 year. In addition, all renters must present a valid photo ID such as a passport or government-issued photo ID.A valid debit or credit card in the renter's name must be presented upon collection of the vehicle. If the driving license is written in a language and characters different from those of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licenses from countries who are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation. Residents of the country of rental must provide proof of residence by presenting their government-issued photo ID.

There is a requirement in certain parts of Italy from November to April to have snow chains in the vehicle or to have winter tyres installed on the vehicle. This requirement applies regardless of the current weather conditions. Before you pick up your car, please check if your travel route is subject to this regulation.

Visit the websites of POLIZIA DI STATO or AUTOSTRADE for more information. Standard snow chains or textile snow chains will be provided without any additional cost at all locations from 15th November to 15th April.

Throughout the year, excluding the period from 15th November to 15th April, snow chains/textile snow chains will be available on request with an additional cost of 4 EUR per day; Airport and or Railway fees where applicable and VAT included up to a maximum of 32 EUR per hire. A 100 EUR fee will be charged for lost or damaged snow chains year round.

Vehicles equipped with winter tyres may be available at the time of hire for an additional fee. Please ask staff when you show up to pick up the hire vehicle.
Winter tyres are NOT included and can be required exclusively at the pick-up time within the depot. If available, customers will be required to pay the related fee locally, ranging from €10 + tax per day, up to a max. charge of €22.20 + taxes per day, depending on the hired car category.