Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Holmann Automotive. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website located at holmann.de.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. You also agree to comply with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. About Holmann Automotive

Holmann Automotive is an informational blog providing expert insights, analysis, and commentary on the German automotive industry. Our content covers topics including:

• Electric vehicle technology and trends
• Manufacturing innovations and Industry 4.0
• Sustainability and environmental initiatives
• Autonomous driving developments
• Supply chain management and business strategies

We are not engaged in the sale of vehicles, parts, or automotive services.

3. Use of the Site

3.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Site for lawful purposes only, including:

• Reading and accessing blog articles and content
• Subscribing to our newsletter
• Contacting us through provided forms
• Sharing content through social media (with proper attribution)

3.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon our intellectual property rights or those of others
• Transmit any harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site's functionality
• Collect or harvest information from the Site using automated means without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity or falsely represent your affiliation
• Post or transmit any defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Use the Site to distribute spam or unsolicited communications
• Republish, reproduce, or redistribute substantial portions of content without permission

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Ownership

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, articles, photographs, software, and design elements, is the property of Holmann Automotive or its content suppliers and is protected by German and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Limited License

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

• Modification or copying of materials for commercial use
• Removal of copyright or proprietary notices
• Transfer of materials to another person or "mirroring" on another server
• Use of data mining, robots, or similar data gathering tools

4.3 Trademarks

The Holmann Automotive name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Holmann Automotive. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

5. User-Generated Content

5.1 Submissions

If you submit comments, feedback, suggestions, or other communications to us ("User Content"), you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in any media.

5.2 Responsibility

You are solely responsible for any User Content you submit. You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to the User Content
• The User Content does not violate any third-party rights
• The User Content complies with these Terms and applicable laws

5.3 Monitoring and Removal

We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor, edit, or remove any User Content that we determine violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable.

6. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Holmann Automotive. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such third-party content, goods, or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Holmann Automotive disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

We do not warrant that:

• The Site will meet your requirements or expectations
• Access to the Site will be continuous or secure
• Information obtained through the Site will be accurate or reliable
• Any errors or defects will be corrected

8. Limitation of Liability

This limitation applies to:

• Any errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies in content
• Personal injury or property damage resulting from your use of the Site
• Unauthorized access to or use of our servers or personal information
• Interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Site
• Bugs, viruses, or similar harmful code transmitted through the Site
• Loss or damage incurred as a result of the use of content posted or transmitted through the Site

Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to the Site shall not exceed €100 (one hundred euros).

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitations of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

9. Indemnification

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

• Your use or misuse of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Your User Content or submissions
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

10. Content Accuracy and Disclaimers

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the content on the Site is for informational and educational purposes only. We make no representations or warranties about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or currentness of any content
• The suitability of information for any particular purpose
• The results that may be obtained from using the information

The content on this Site should not be considered professional advice. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals for:

• Investment or financial decisions
• Legal matters
• Technical or engineering questions
• Business decisions

Any reliance you place on information from the Site is strictly at your own risk.

11. Newsletter and Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive email communications from us, including:

• Blog updates and new article notifications
• Industry news and insights
• Special announcements

You may unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email
• Contacting us directly at info@holmann.de.com
• Updating your preferences through your account settings (if applicable)

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

13. Modifications to the Site and Terms

13.1 Changes to the Site

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site (or any part thereof) at any time without notice. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Site.

13.2 Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time by updating this page. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for any updates.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination:

• Your right to use the Site will immediately cease
• Any provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Germany, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Germany. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to the venue of such courts.

16. Dispute Resolution

16.1 Informal Resolution

Before pursuing formal legal action, you agree to contact us to attempt to resolve any dispute informally. We will make reasonable efforts to resolve disputes in good faith.

16.2 Arbitration

If informal resolution is unsuccessful, disputes may be submitted to binding arbitration in accordance with German arbitration rules, except where prohibited by law.

16.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Holmann Automotive regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

19. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. Any waiver of any provision of these Terms will be effective only if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Holmann Automotive.

20. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder, in whole or in part, without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time without notice or consent.

21. Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, or internet service provider failures.

22. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms, please contact us:

23. Acknowledgment

By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms and Conditions, understand them, and agree to be bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Site.

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