WARNING! Dangerous Car Hire Scam with DRIVALIA in Edinburgh! ⚠️🚗🔥I need to share my appalling experience with DRIVALIA in Edinburgh to warn others!On September 10, 2025, I rented a car from them. After driving just 4.7 miles on flat city roads, we suddenly smelled a strong burning rubber odor, and smoke started pouring out from under the hood! It was a terrifying and dangerous situation.When I called Drivalia to report it, the man on the phone knew immediately what part was broken—and quickly mentioned that it was an expensive repair. His instant knowledge confirms my suspicion: Drivalia deliberately rented me a damaged car to scam money for the repair!________________________________________Drivalia's Unacceptable Service & Theft:1. We were left stranded: we were not given a replacement car.2. Without any warning, communication, or explanation, Drivalia charged me the ENTIRE security deposit from my account!I am certain Drivalia takes advantage of people who are foreigners, assuming we'll have more difficulty fighting for our consumer rights. This is completely unacceptable behaviour!I strongly advise against using DRIVALIA! Save yourself the danger and the money!Please share this post so others don't fall victim to this terrible treatment!WARNING: Drivalia Edinburgh Scam! Rented a Damaged Car! ⚠️🚗💸I must warn everyone about DRIVALIA in Edinburgh! On Sept 10, 2025, I rented a car that started to smoke and smelled strongly of burning rubber after driving just 4.7 miles. It was a frightening and dangerous breakdown.When I called the company, the employee immediately knew what part was broken and confirmed it was an expensive repair. This instant knowledge confirms my belief: Drivalia rented me a faulty car to fraudulently claim money for repairs, specifically targeting me because I am a foreigner.Drivalia's Unacceptable Actions:• No replacement car was provided, leaving me stranded.• They took the ENTIRE security deposit from my account without any contact or explanation!Do NOT use Drivalia! They are dishonest and put customers at risk.
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