Driver Agreement
Required for all drivers on Cruise Kauaʻi
Driver Participation Agreement
This Driver Participation Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between you ("Driver") and Cruise Kauaʻi.
1. Agreement to Terms
By registering as a driver or offering rides through Cruise Kauaʻi, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to:
- This Agreement
- Cruise Kauaʻi Terms of Service
- All applicable Hawaii laws and regulations
If you do not agree, you may not use the platform as a driver.
2. Independent Status
You acknowledge and agree that:
- You are not an employee, agent, partner, or contractor of Cruise Kauaʻi
- You act solely as an independent individual
- Cruise Kauaʻi does not control how, when, or whether you provide rides
- You are solely responsible for your conduct, vehicle, and compliance with law
3. Non-Commercial, Cost-Sharing Use Only
You certify that:
- All rides are voluntary and incidental to your own travel
- Any amounts requested from passengers are limited to reasonable cost-sharing
- You will not generate profit, wages, or compensation
- You will not provide transportation for hire or commercial ride services
Violation of this section may result in immediate removal.
4. Driver Eligibility & Legal Compliance
You represent and warrant that you:
- Hold a valid Hawaii driver's license
- Are legally permitted to operate a motor vehicle
- Comply with all traffic and safety laws
- Will not operate while impaired, fatigued, or distracted
5. Vehicle Standards
You certify that your vehicle:
- Is legally registered and in safe, roadworthy condition
- Meets all Hawaii safety and inspection requirements
- Is not a taxicab, limousine, or for-hire vehicle
You agree to remove your vehicle from the platform if it becomes unsafe or non-compliant.
6. Insurance Acknowledgment
Drivers are responsible for maintaining legally required insurance coverage, and Cruise Kauaʻi encourages all users to confirm their coverage related to carpooling activities. You acknowledge and agree that:
- Cruise Kauaʻi does not provide insurance coverage
- You are responsible for maintaining legally required auto insurance
- We encourage you to confirm with your insurer that carpooling activities are covered
You certify that you have reviewed your insurance coverage in relation to carpooling.
7. Shared Responsibility
Cruise Kauaʻi serves as a coordination platform connecting independent community members for voluntary cost-sharing carpools. As a driver, you acknowledge responsibility for:
- Safe operation of your motor vehicle
- Your interactions with passengers and platform users
- Compliance with all applicable laws and safety standards
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Cruise Kauaʻi from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from:
- Your driving
- Vehicle condition
- Insurance coverage or lack thereof
- Violations of law or this Agreement
9. Safety Standards & Community Responsibility
Cruise Kauaʻi is actively evaluating operational best practices and safety standards appropriate for community-based carpool coordination. We require license verification for all drivers and are committed to continuously improving our community safety processes. Users are encouraged to exercise good judgment when connecting with other community members.
10. Suspension or Termination
Cruise Kauaʻi may suspend or terminate your access at any time for safety, compliance, or legal concerns.
11. Governing Law
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii.
12. Electronic Acceptance
By clicking "I Agree," you acknowledge this Agreement has the same legal effect as a written signature.