The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has launched an updated version of its Fair Wear and Tear Standard for cars.
Widely accepted across the industry as setting the bar for vehicle condition, the Standard gives a reliable, consistent reference point when determining end-of-contract charges at the end of a car lease.
The BVRLA says its updated Fair Wear & Tear Standard reflects the latest technologies and driver habits. It includes input from BVRLA members, auction houses and common issues handled via the association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution service.
Several changes have been introduced regarding electric vehicles, including the requirement for them to have a full charge at the point of collection at the end of a lease period.
Other updates give greater clarity on tyre and wheel condition, in-vehicle documentation, and the presence of charging cables where appropriate.
Toby Poston, BVRLA Director of Corporate Affairs, said:
Our Fair Wear and Tear Standard is the essential textbook and primer for anyone involved in vehicle returns. The new Standard for cars sets out in black and white what is expected of a driver from the moment they accept delivery of the vehicle.
The industry-wide adoption of the BVRLA Standard gives drivers, fleet operators and vehicle providers consistency, meaning that any end-of-contract charges relating to vehicle condition are fair, transparent, and indisputable.
CBVC Vehicle Management is a member of the BVRLA.
Read more about Fair Wear & Tear
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