Welcome to Shortgears. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Shortgears website at www.shortgears.com (the “Site”), including all articles, reviews, guides, videos, and other content published therein. Shortgears is India’s automotive and travel media platform, covering Car News, Bike News, Travel, and vehicle maintenance.

By accessing or using the Site in any way — including reading content, watching videos, submitting comments, or sharing articles — you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. About Shortgears

Shortgears is an independent digital media publication focused on automotive journalism and travel content for Indian audiences. The Site publishes editorial articles, vehicle news and reviews, travel guides, comparison pieces, maintenance tips, and related video content. Shortgears is not an e-commerce platform and does not sell products or services directly through the Site unless explicitly stated.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 13 years of age, or have parental or guardian consent if you are a minor.
• Your use of the Site complies with all applicable laws and regulations in India and your jurisdiction.
• You will not use the Site in any manner that could harm, disable, or impair Shortgears or its users.

3. Content and Editorial Policy

3.1 Nature of Content

All articles, reviews, guides, opinions, videos, and other material published on Shortgears (collectively, “Content”) are for general informational and entertainment purposes only. Shortgears strives for accuracy and quality; however, we do not guarantee that any Content is complete, current, or error-free. Automotive specifications, prices, and availability are subject to change by manufacturers and dealers without notice.

3.2 Opinions and Reviews

Opinions, ratings, and editorial views expressed in articles and reviews represent the views of the individual authors and do not constitute professional advice. Vehicle purchase decisions, travel plans, and maintenance actions should always be verified independently. Shortgears is not liable for any decisions made in reliance on editorial content published on the Site.

3.3 Travel Content

Travel guides, destination recommendations, and itineraries published on Shortgears are based on the experiences and research of our contributors. Travel conditions, road access, hotel availability, and local regulations change frequently. You are responsible for independently verifying all travel-related information before planning or undertaking any trip.

3.4 Video Content

Shortgears publishes video content on its Site and on third-party platforms including YouTube. Videos featuring vehicle rides, travel footage, or stunts are produced by professionals in controlled conditions. Do not attempt to replicate any riding, driving, or travel manoeuvre shown in Shortgears videos. Shortgears is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss arising from imitation of content shown in its videos.

4. Intellectual Property

4.1 Ownership

All Content on the Site — including but not limited to articles, photographs, illustrations, video thumbnails, the Shortgears logo, brand name, and site design — is the exclusive intellectual property of Shortgears or its respective content contributors and licensors. All rights are reserved.

4.2 Permitted Use

You may access and read Content on the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You may share links to individual articles on social media, messaging platforms, or personal websites, provided attribution to Shortgears is clearly displayed.

4.3 Prohibited Use

Without prior written permission from Shortgears, you must not:

• Reproduce, republish, copy, or mirror any Content on another website, blog, or publication.
• Scrape, aggregate, or systematically download Content from the Site using automated tools.
• Use Shortgears Content for any commercial purpose, including advertising, affiliate promotion, or paid newsletters.
• Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright notice, watermark, or attribution appearing on Content.
• Use the Shortgears name, logo, or brand identity in any manner that could imply endorsement or affiliation.

Requests for content licensing or reproduction permissions may be directed to the contact details in Section 12.

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Comments and Submissions

Shortgears may allow users to post comments, submit tips, or contribute via social media interactions. By submitting any content to Shortgears — including comments, photographs, or suggestions — you grant Shortgears a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide licence to use, reproduce, modify, and publish that content in connection with operating and promoting the Site.

5.2 Community Standards

When interacting with Shortgears through comments or social media, you agree not to post content that:

• Is false, misleading, defamatory, or hateful.
• Infringes the intellectual property or privacy rights of any person.
• Contains spam, unsolicited commercial messages, or promotional links.
• Promotes violence, illegal activity, or harm to any individual or group.

Shortgears reserves the right to remove any user-generated content that violates these standards, without notice and at its sole discretion.

6. Third-Party Links and Advertising

6.1 External Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms (including YouTube), manufacturer websites, and partner pages. These links are provided for reference and convenience. Shortgears does not endorse and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or reliability of any third-party website. Your use of linked sites is entirely at your own risk.

6.2 Advertising and Sponsored Content

Shortgears may display advertisements or publish sponsored articles and branded content from time to time. Any sponsored content or paid partnership will be clearly labelled as such in accordance with applicable advertising standards. The inclusion of advertisements or sponsorships does not constitute an endorsement of any advertiser’s products or services. Shortgears maintains full editorial independence from its advertising relationships.

6.3 Affiliate Links

Some articles on the Site may contain affiliate links to third-party products or services. If you make a purchase through such a link, Shortgears may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. All affiliate relationships are disclosed within the relevant articles.

7. Privacy and Data

Your privacy is important to Shortgears. Our Privacy Policy explains what data we collect when you visit the Site (such as browsing data, cookies, and any information submitted through contact or subscription forms), how we use it, and your rights in relation to that data. By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in the Privacy Policy, which is available at www.shortgears.com/privacy-policy and is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

The Site may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and serve relevant content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Newsletters and Subscriptions

Shortgears may offer email newsletters or content subscriptions. By subscribing, you consent to receive editorial and promotional emails from Shortgears. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email. Shortgears will not sell or transfer your email address to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Shortgears expressly disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or currentness of any Content.
• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

Shortgears does not warrant that any vehicle specifications, prices, or features described in its Content reflect the final offerings of any manufacturer or dealer.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable Indian law, Shortgears, its founders, editors, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use of or reliance on any Content published on the Site.
• Any vehicle purchase, travel decision, or maintenance action taken based on Shortgears Content.
• Interruption, suspension, or termination of the Site or any part thereof.
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your data in connection with the Site.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site or its Content is to stop using the Site.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from your use of the Site or these Terms shall first be submitted to good-faith negotiation between the parties. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts located in India.

12. Modifications to Terms

Shortgears reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will take effect upon posting the revised Terms to the Site with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

13. Contact Us

For questions about these Terms, licensing requests, partnership enquiries, or any other matter, please reach out to the Shortgears team:

Shortgears

Website:  www.shortgears.com

About Us:  www.shortgears.com/about-us