Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create an account, submit reviews, or contact us. This may include your email address, display name, and any content you submit to our platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process and display your vehicle reviews
• Communicate with you about our services
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this policy or as required by New Zealand law.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights Under New Zealand Privacy Law

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access your personal information
• The right to request correction of your personal information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to complain to the Privacy Commissioner

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using EV.NZ, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. This website is operated under New Zealand law.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access EV.NZ for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title.

3. User Content and Reviews

You are responsible for any content you post, including vehicle reviews. You agree that:

• Your content is accurate and not misleading
• Your content does not violate any laws or regulations
• You own or have rights to any content you submit
• We may remove content that violates these terms

4. Prohibited Uses

You may not use our service:

• For any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to unlawful acts
• To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
• To transmit or procure the sending of any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate another person or entity

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information on EV.NZ is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and the use of this website.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, EV.NZ and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential damages or any damages whatsoever including, without limitation, damages for loss of use, data, or profits arising out of or in any way connected with the use or performance of the website.

7. Data Loss Disclaimer

While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, we cannot guarantee against data loss due to technical failures, security breaches, or other unforeseen circumstances. You acknowledge that you use our service at your own risk regarding potential data loss.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless EV.NZ and its operators from any claim or demand made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms of Service or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.

9. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes relating to these terms and conditions will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page. Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or Terms of Service, please contact us through our website.