Terms and Conditions
Last Update: 14/12/2025
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to all passengers who book or use taxi services provided by Thanks Drive, operated by ABDB Enterprise Limited, registered in England & Wales.
By booking or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Definitions
“We”, “Us”, “Our” refers to ABDB Enterprise Limited T/A Thanks Drive.
“Passenger”, “You” refers to any individual making a booking or travelling in our vehicles.
“Booking” refers to any reservation made via phone, website, app, or third-party platform.
“Vehicle” refers to any licensed taxi or private hire vehicle operated by us.
1. Private Hire Services
- We operate strictly as a Private Hire service.
- All journeys must be pre-booked through our website or mobile app.
- We do not accept street hails or immediate hire without a confirmed booking.
2. Bookings
- All bookings are subject to availability and acceptance.
- A booking is confirmed once payment is successfully received and confirmation is issued via the website, app, email, or SMS.
- Customers must provide accurate pickup details, contact information, and passenger numbers.
- Passengers must be over the age of 18 unless accompanied by an adult.
- No pets permitted unless agreed prior to the booking in writing.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel bookings for safety, legal, or operational reasons.
3. Fares and Pricing
- All fares are fixed or quoted at the time of booking.
- Prices are calculated based on distance, time, and journey details provided.
- Additional charges may apply where applicable, including:
- Waiting time beyond the free allowance
- Airport parking or drop-off charges
- Toll roads or congestion charges
- Excess luggage or additional passengers not declared at booking
All prices are inclusive of VAT where applicable.
4. Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Accepted payment methods are card payment or bank transfer.
- Bookings will not be confirmed until payment has cleared.
- Failed or reversed payments may result in cancellation and refusal of future bookings.
5. Cancellations & No-Shows
- Cancellations must be made at least 4 hours before the scheduled pickup time.
- Cancellations made less than 4 hours before pickup are non-refundable.
- Failure to attend the pickup location or failure to respond to contact attempts will be treated as a no-show and charged at 100% of the fare.
- This policy applies to all bookings, including airport and long-distance journeys.
6. Waiting Time
- A free waiting period of 2 minutes applies from the scheduled pickup time.
- Waiting time beyond this allowance may be charged.
- If a passenger cannot be contacted within a reasonable time, the booking may be marked as a no-show.
7. Passenger Conduct
- Passengers must:
- Behave in a safe, respectful, and lawful manner.
- Wear seatbelts at all times where provided.
- Not smoke, vape, consume alcohol, or use illegal substances in the vehicle.
We reserve the right to terminate a journey without refund if passenger behaviour is abusive, unsafe, or illegal.
8. Children & Child Seats
- Passengers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Any required child seats must be requested at the time of booking.
- Passengers are responsible for compliance with UK child seat legislation.
9. Luggage
- Luggage is carried at the passenger’s risk.
- We are not responsible for damage caused by unsuitable, excessive, or improperly secured items.
- Assistance with luggage is provided at the driver’s discretion.
10. Lost Property
- We are not responsible for items left behind but will make reasonable efforts to assist with their return.
- Items found in vehicles will be recorded and returned to South Gloucestershire Council or the local Police Station within 24 hours.
11. Delays & Service Disruption
- We aim to provide timely service but are not liable for delays caused by:
- Traffic congestion
- Roadworks or accidents
- Weather conditions
- Events beyond our reasonable control
- Unforeseen circumstances
No compensation is payable for such delays.
12. Vehicle & Driver Substitution
- We reserve the right to substitute vehicles or drivers where necessary.
- All vehicles and drivers are fully licensed in accordance with South Gloucestershire Council requirements.
13. Liability
- Our liability is limited to the value of the fare paid for the journey.
- We are not liable for indirect or consequential losses.
- Nothing in these Terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence.
14: Complaints
- Complaints must be submitted within 14 days of the journey.
- Contact details:
- Email: info@thanksdrive.com
- Phone: 07440680561
15. Data Protection
- Personal data is processed in accordance with UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy.
- Booking and journey data may be retained for legal, licensing, and operational purposes.
16. Amendments
- We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time.
- The latest version will always be available on our website and mobile app.
17. Governing Law
- These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
- Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of UK courts.
