Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction & Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to ClutchPlateWorld.com. By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use or access this website.

Throughout these Terms, “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to ClutchPlateWorld.com. “You” and “user” refer to any individual or entity visiting or using this website. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the website.

2. About This Website

ClutchPlateWorld.com is an informational and editorial website dedicated to automotive clutch systems, parts, and maintenance. We publish articles, buying guides, product comparisons, and educational content to assist drivers and enthusiasts.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: We do NOT sell products.

ClutchPlateWorld.com does not manufacture, stock, sell, supply, or ship any physical products. We act solely as an information provider and affiliate referrer. All product purchases mentioned on this site are made directly through third-party retailers such as Amazon, eBay, and Walmart. We have no involvement in the transaction, fulfilment, or delivery of any items.

3. Product Information Disclaimer

CRITICAL DISCLAIMER regarding all product information published on this website:

  • Informational Use Only: All product information, specifications, prices, and availability data provided on ClutchPlateWorld.com are for general informational purposes only.
  • Approximate Pricing: Any prices listed on this site are approximate and subject to change without notice. Prices and availability are controlled by third-party retailers. Always verify the current price on the retailer’s website before purchasing.
  • Verification Required: Product specifications, dimensions, and compatibility information should always be verified directly with the product manufacturer or a qualified automotive mechanic before purchase.
  • No Guarantees: ClutchPlateWorld.com does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or currency of any product information published on this site.
  • Availability: Product availability is subject to change and may vary by region, retailer, and time.
  • Your Responsibility: ClutchPlateWorld.com is NOT responsible for any purchase decisions made based on information found on this site. You act on this information entirely at your own risk.
  • Professional Installation: We strongly advise all users to consult a qualified, certified automotive mechanic before purchasing or installing any clutch component.
  • Vehicle Compatibility: Users must independently verify that any product is compatible with their specific vehicle make, model, year, and engine configuration before purchasing. Database errors can occur.

ClutchPlateWorld.com expressly disclaims any liability for: incorrect product purchases based on information on this site; vehicle damage resulting from incorrect part selection or installation; financial loss resulting from acting on product recommendations; and any personal injury resulting from DIY installation attempts based on content on this site.

4. Not Professional Mechanical Advice

The content provided on ClutchPlateWorld.com is for general informational and educational purposes only.

NOTHING on this site constitutes professional mechanical advice.

ClutchPlateWorld.com is not a licensed mechanical workshop, automotive repair service, or engineering firm. Our writers and editors are enthusiasts and researchers, not your personal mechanic.

  • General Guidance Only: DIY repair guides and “how-to” articles are provided as general guidance only and should not be treated as professional instructions or a substitute for a workshop manual.
  • Consult a Professional: Always consult a qualified, certified automotive mechanic for specific diagnosis, advice, maintenance, and repair work on your vehicle.
  • Risk Assumption: ClutchPlateWorld.com expressly disclaims any liability for vehicle damage, personal injury, property damage, or financial loss resulting from DIY repairs or maintenance carried out based on content published on this site.
  • Specialist Tools: Many clutch repairs require specialist tools, lifts, and expertise. If you are in doubt about your ability to perform a repair safely, always use a professional service.

5. Affiliate Links Disclosure & Terms

ClutchPlateWorld.com participates in several affiliate marketing programmes, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, the eBay Partner Network, and the Walmart Affiliate Programme.

How it works: Some of the links on this website are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase an item, ClutchPlateWorld.com may receive a small affiliate commission. This commission comes directly from the retailer’s margin and does NOT add any cost to you as the buyer.

Our Role: We are not the seller of any product. All buying transactions occur between you and the third-party retailer (e.g., Amazon, eBay, Walmart).

ClutchPlateWorld.com has no control over and accepts no responsibility for:

  • Third-party product pricing, availability, condition, or quality.
  • Order fulfilment, shipping, delivery times, or packaging.
  • Returns, refunds, warranties, or customer service issues. These matters must be handled directly with the retailer where you made the purchase.
  • Any changes to third-party websites, products, or pricing that occur after a link is published on our site.

You should carefully review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party retailer before making a purchase. Affiliate links on our site are clearly identified, often with labelled buttons such as “Check Price on Amazon →”.

6. Intellectual Property

All content published on ClutchPlateWorld.com — including but not limited to articles, guides, comparisons, text, images, graphics, logos, code, and the overall site design — is the exclusive intellectual property of ClutchPlateWorld.com (unless otherwise stated or attributed) and is protected by copyright law.

Permitted Use:

  • You MAY read and view content for your personal, non-commercial use.
  • You MAY share links to our articles on social media or other platforms.
  • You MAY quote brief excerpts (up to 50 words) of our content for commentary or review purposes, provided you include a clear attribution link back to the original article on ClutchPlateWorld.com.

Prohibited Use:

  • You may NOT copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from this site without our prior written permission.
  • You may NOT remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from materials found on this site.

Any unauthorised use of our content constitutes a violation of intellectual property rights and may result in legal action. The “ClutchPlateWorld.com” name and logo are trademarks of ClutchPlateWorld.com.

7. User Conduct

By using this website, you agree NOT to:

  • Use the site for any unlawful, illegal, or unauthorized purpose.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the site, its servers, or its systems.
  • Post, transmit, or submit any content via comments or contact forms that is harmful, offensive, defamatory, obscene, abusive, or misleading.
  • Use automated tools, bots, spiders, or scrapers to access, harvest, or collect content or data from the site without express permission.
  • Impersonate ClutchPlateWorld.com, its owners, or its team members.
  • Use the site in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair its functionality or interfere with other users’ enjoyment.
  • Submit false or misleading information via any contact or enquiry form.

8. Limitation of Liability

PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, ClutchPlateWorld.com, its owners, operators, writers, editors, employees, partners, and affiliates shall NOT be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to:

  • The use of, misuse of, or inability to use this website.
  • Reliance on any information, advice, or content published on this website.
  • Any product purchased through affiliate links or third-party retailers accessed via this site.
  • Any vehicle damage, personal injury, property damage, or financial loss resulting from acting on content published on this site.
  • Any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or out-of-date information in our content.
  • Any interruption, suspension, or termination of the website or its services.
  • Any unauthorised access to or alteration of user data or transmissions.

In no event shall ClutchPlateWorld.com’s total liability to you for any and all claims, damages, losses, and causes of action (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing this site, or £100 GBP / $100 USD, whichever is less.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for certain damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. ClutchPlateWorld.com makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or suitability of content for any particular purpose.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all content, materials, information, and services provided on it are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

ClutchPlateWorld.com explicitly disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Warranties of non-infringement.
  • Warranties that the site will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free.
  • Warranties that any information on the site is accurate, complete, reliable, or current.
  • Warranties that the site is free of viruses or other harmful components.

10. Third-Party Websites & Links

This website contains links to third-party websites, including but not limited to Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and manufacturer websites. These links are provided solely for your convenience and for informational purposes.

ClutchPlateWorld.com does not endorse, control, monitor, or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, terms of use, or reliability of any third-party website. We make no representations about the accuracy or quality of information contained on external sites.

You acknowledge and agree that your access to and use of any third-party website is entirely at your own risk. ClutchPlateWorld.com is not responsible or liable for any loss or damage caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with your use of or reliance on any such third-party content, goods, or services.

11. Privacy Policy

Your use of ClutchPlateWorld.com is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your data.

The Privacy Policy is hereby incorporated into these Terms & Conditions by reference. Please review our full Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding cookies, Google Analytics, affiliate tracking, and your rights under data protection laws.

12. Comments & User Submissions

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to ClutchPlateWorld.com (via blog comments or contact forms):

  • You grant ClutchPlateWorld.com a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, and non-exclusive licence to display, publish, reproduce, edit, moderate, and distribute your submission.
  • You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to the content you submit and that it does not infringe on any third-party rights.
  • You are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and appropriateness of any content you submit.
  • ClutchPlateWorld.com reserves the right to remove, edit, or refuse to publish any comment or submission at any time, for any reason, without notice.
  • Privacy Warning: Do not submit personal contact details (phone numbers, addresses), sensitive personal information, or third-party private data in public comments.
  • ClutchPlateWorld.com assumes no responsibility or liability for any content submitted by users.

13. Modifications to the Website & Terms

ClutchPlateWorld.com reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the website or its services at any time, with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any such modification, suspension, or discontinuance.

We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. The “Last Updated” date at the top and bottom of this page will indicate the most recent revision.

Continued Use: Your continued use of the website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms & Conditions. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of your rights and obligations.

14. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

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

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If any provision of these Terms is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

  • Email: support@clutchplateworld.com
  • Website: clutchplateworld.com

We aim to respond to all legitimate enquiries within 30 days.