Terms of Use

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Welcome to Gateway EV Advisor ("we," "us," or "our"). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of gatewayevadvisor.com (the "Site") and the services we provide. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Description of Services

Gateway EV Advisor provides:

  • Educational Content: Information, articles, guides, and resources about electric vehicles
  • Comparison Tools: Interactive tools to help compare EV options based on user preferences
  • Consultation Services: Expert guidance and personalized recommendations for EV purchases
  • Dealer Resources: Educational materials and training resources for dealership sales staff
  • Community Resources: Forums, Q&A, and other interactive features for learning about EVs

Our services are intended to educate and inform. They do not constitute professional advice (legal, financial, or otherwise) unless explicitly provided as part of a formal consultation agreement.

3. User Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

4. User Accounts and Registration

Certain features may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Promptly update any changes to your information
  • Be responsible for all activity under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

5. Educational Nature of Content

General Information Only

All content on the Site, including articles, guides, recommendations, and tool outputs, is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. This content:

  • Does not constitute professional, legal, financial, or tax advice
  • Should not be relied upon as the sole basis for making vehicle purchase decisions
  • May not reflect the most current developments (vehicle availability, pricing, incentives, regulations)
  • May contain opinions, estimates, or forward-looking statements

No Guarantees

We make no guarantees regarding:

  • Vehicle availability, pricing, or specifications
  • Eligibility for tax credits, rebates, or incentives
  • Charging infrastructure availability or costs
  • Total cost of ownership calculations
  • Environmental impact claims

Independent Research

We strongly encourage you to:

  • Conduct your own research and due diligence
  • Consult with qualified professionals (tax advisors, financial planners) as needed
  • Verify all information with manufacturers, dealers, and official sources
  • Test drive vehicles and inspect them personally before purchase

6. Dealer Referrals and Relationships

Referral Nature

When we connect you with dealerships:

  • We do not guarantee any specific outcome, pricing, or treatment
  • We are not responsible for the conduct, representations, or services of third-party dealers
  • Any transaction is directly between you and the dealership
  • Pricing, financing, and terms are negotiated independently with the dealer

Dealer Independence

Dealerships listed on or connected through our Site are independent businesses. We do not:

  • Control their inventory, pricing, or sales practices
  • Guarantee their compliance with laws or ethical standards
  • Assume liability for their actions or omissions

Disclosure

Some dealer relationships may involve referral fees or partnerships. Any such relationships will be disclosed as required by law.

7. User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
  • Post false, misleading, defamatory, or inappropriate content
  • Harass, threaten, or abuse other users or staff
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or related systems
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) without permission
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Collect or store personal data of other users without consent
  • Use the Site for commercial purposes without authorization

We reserve the right to remove content and suspend or ban users who violate these rules.

8. Interactive Tools and Features

Comparison Tools

Our comparison tools and calculators:

  • Rely on data from various sources that may not be current or complete
  • Require user inputs that affect accuracy of outputs
  • Provide estimates only, not guarantees
  • Should be verified with official sources

User-Generated Content

If you post content (comments, forum posts, reviews):

  • You retain ownership but grant us a license to use, display, and distribute it
  • You represent that you have the right to post the content
  • You agree not to post confidential or proprietary information
  • We may moderate, edit, or remove content at our discretion

9. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, software, and compilation, is owned by or licensed to Gateway EV Advisor and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Frame or mirror any portion of the Site

Trademarks

"Gateway EV Advisor" and associated logos are our trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned on the Site belong to their respective owners.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We:

  • Do not endorse or control third-party sites
  • Are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices
  • Assume no liability for your interactions with third parties

Your use of third-party sites is subject to their own terms and policies.

11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

"AS IS" Basis

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND FEATURES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

No Warranty

We do not warrant that:

  • The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • Content will be accurate, complete, reliable, or current
  • Defects will be corrected
  • The Site is free of viruses or harmful components

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GATEWAY EV ADVISOR AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Damages arising from your use or inability to use the Site
  • Reliance on any content or recommendations on the Site
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Third-party conduct or content

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US IN THE SIX MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR $100, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of certain warranties or liability, so some of these limitations may not apply to you.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Gateway EV Advisor and its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Site
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of others
  • Your user-generated content

13. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of [Your State/Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal claim, you agree to contact us to attempt informal resolution of the dispute.

Arbitration Agreement

Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except as follows:

  • You may bring claims in small claims court if they qualify
  • Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property or confidentiality issues
  • Arbitration shall be conducted in [Your Location] unless otherwise agreed

CLASS ACTION WAIVER: YOU AGREE THAT DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY, AND YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS, COLLECTIVE ACTIONS, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDINGS.

14. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

15. Modifications to the Site and Terms

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site at any time
  • Update these Terms at our discretion
  • Refuse service to anyone for any reason

Material changes to these Terms will be posted with a new Effective Date. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Conduct that harms or could harm us or other users
  • Any other reason at our discretion

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Site ceases immediately
  • Provisions that should survive termination (disclaimers, limitations, indemnification) remain in effect
  • We may delete your account and content

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Gateway EV Advisor regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

19. No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.

20. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Gateway EV Advisor
Email: Email: info@gatewayevadvisor.com

Acknowledgment

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

Last Updated: 2025-12-01