We believe the consumer should be informed of all the rules and regualtions regarding the limousine business.  When renting a limousine, make sure you've asked about these areas of the business.

Insurance:

Did you know that the person who hired the vehicle could be liable for damages if the limousine company is not properly insured? Make sure the company carries enough insurance. Vehicles that carry up to a 14-passengers should carry $1.5 million insurance. A vehicle carrying more than 16-passengers should have $5.0 million insurance policy. Check to make sure they are covered with commercial passenger insurance and not a personal policy. DO NOT BE AFRAID TO ASK!

Have a look at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration web site to see if the company is current with their insurance, companies are listed in alphabetical order. If the company name is not there, BE SURE TO ASK THEM ABOUT INSURANCE AND HAVE THEM SHOW YOU THE POLICY.

Special License:

Drivers of vehicles that are designed or used to carry 16 or more persons including the driver should have a Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and should have special license plates. DO NOT BE AFRAID TO ASK ABOUT PASSENGER ENDORSEMENTS OF THE DRIVERS! This information is for your safety. All of the drivers who drive our LimBUSine have CDLs with passenger endorcement.

The Federal penalty to a driver who violates the CDL requirements is a civil penalty of up to $2,500 or, in aggravated cases, criminal penalties of up to $5,000 in fines and/or up to 90 days in prison. An employer is also subject to a penalty of up to $10,000, if he or she knowingly uses a driver to operate a CMV without a valid CDL.

USDOT numbers are required on vehicles carrying 9 passengers or more and the driver is required to have a medical examiner's certificate. USDOT numbers are issued when a motor carrier has Single State Registration (SSR). Beginning November 15, 2007 the SSR will become the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) and requires individuals and compaines that operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate or internationsl commerce to register their business and pay an annual fee based on the size of their fleet. Crossing state lines without an UCR may cost up to $37,000 on inspection by US DOT. Motor Carrier (MC) numbers are required when the limousine crosses state lines.

Have a look at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration web site to see if the company has USDOT numbers.

Have a look at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration web site for physical qualifications for drivers.

Read more about Commercial Drivers Licenses at Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration web site.

Alcohol:

Drinking of alcoholic beverages is allowed in limousines, 21 years or older. Please feel free to bring along what ever you would like to drink in the car. Knight Rider Limousine or it's chauffeurs are not allowed by law to provide alcohol.

Did you know that serving alcohol without a Class A liquor license is illegal in the state of Wisconsin? Some limousine companies provide alcohol with their service. Fines for these companies can be up to $10,000 or up to 9 months in jail or both.

Limousine companies who advertise "complimentary" drinks or provide alcohol, are subject to a Special Occupational Tax (SOT) and have a Class A liquor license. Providing such a service is illegal unless the SOT is paid. A true complimentary or gift situation, where a business that serves alcohol beverages is not subject to SOT, is likely to be a rare situation.

Have a look at the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau web site to learn more about alcohol tax.

Gratuity Industry Standard:

At Knight Rider Limousine, we provide outstanding service to all clients. In the limousine industry, the standard gratuity is 20% of the entire fare. Although 20% gratuity is not required, if you receive first-class service, it is customary to exceed the Industry Standard.

Your Chauffeur:

Your chauffeur must be confident in his or her abilities and must be prompt and courteous. Your chauffeur should be seen and not heard, professional, courteous with regard to the customer, vehicle and others.  Ultimately, what happens in the limo, stays in the limo!