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Frequently Asked Questions:
Companies

If you have a question about your car rental, you will probably find the answer to your question below. If you couldn’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to fill in our contact form or contact one of our pick-up locations.

Can the rental of a vehicle be booked as a business expense?

Yes, in most cases, the rental of a vehicle can be recorded as a business expense. 
The percentage you can deduct fiscally depends on the CO₂ emissions of the vehicle, with low-emission or electric vehicles being more tax-efficient. 

The CO₂ emissions of the rented vehicle are indicated on the invoice or can be provided upon request via our main office. 

For correct processing in your accounting, we recommend discussing this with your accountant or tax advisor. 

What is the Benefit in kind (BIK) for a rental car?

When an employer provides a vehicle to an employee that may also be used for private purposes, this creates a taxable benefit for the employee: the Benefit in Kind (BIK). 
The BIK is calculated based on: 
  • the catalogue value of the vehicle,
  • the first registration date,
  • the type of fuel,
  • and the CO₂ emissions.

The BIK is clearly stated on both the rental agreement and the invoice.

Can I rent in the name of a company or with a VAT number?

Yes, absolutely. 
When making a reservation or picking up the vehicle, you can request the invoice to be issued in your company’s name.
Please provide at least the following details: 
  • Full company name
  • Company address
  • Valid VAT number

This ensures the invoice is correctly processed for your accounting.

Are long-term rentals or fleet solutions available?

Whether you need a temporary replacement, project-based use, or a flexible alternative to leasing:
we are happy to put together a solution that fits your business. You can find more information and an overview of the possibilities here. 

Of course, you can also contact us directly. 

How is invoicing handled for business customers?

For business customers, we always provide an invoice in the name of the company.
The invoice is sent by email after the rental has ended, to the provided email address. 

If you would like the invoice to be issued with a VAT number, please inform us in advance when making the reservation or during pick-up. 

For long-term rentals, monthly invoicing is possible. Feel free to contact us in advance to arrange this. 

Can we reserve vehicles for multiple drivers?

Yes, that’s possible. 
For business reservations, the vehicle may be used by multiple drivers, as long as each driver meets the conditions of the rental agreement (such as holding a valid driving licence and not having been disqualified from driving in the past 5 years). 

At the time of pick-up, we only ask for the ID and driving licence of the person collecting the vehicle.
The other drivers must also meet all conditions, but do not need to be present.