Terms & Conditions

The following Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of this website, its sub-domains, and any content, features, or services made available through it (collectively, the "Website").

The Website is operated under the brand name Oto Drive, managed by SelfDrive Mobility Technology FZCO, a company registered and licensed in Dubai, United Arab Emirates ("we", "our", "us").

Oto Drive is a registered trademark. All media, video, photographs, articles, and editorial content published on the Website are copyrighted to Oto Drive. SelfDrive Mobility Technology FZCO holds the rights and licenses to produce and distribute such content.

By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website. We may revise these Terms at any time, without notice, by posting updated versions on the Website.

1. Proprietary Rights

  1. You may access and view the content on the Website on your device for personal, non-commercial use only.
  2. Except as expressly permitted, you may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, modify, create derivative works, or exploit the content in any way without prior written consent from Oto Drive.
  3. Unauthorized use of content may violate UAE copyright and intellectual property laws.

2. Limited License

We grant you a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to use the Website and its content strictly for informational and personal purposes. This license does not grant you ownership of any content.

3. Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

  1. Use the Website or its content for any commercial or promotional purpose without prior written permission.
  2. Alter, edit, delete, or repurpose any materials, including removing trademarks, copyrights, or proprietary notices.
  3. Upload or distribute any unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or infringing material.
  4. Misuse trademarks, logos, or service marks displayed on the Website.

Any violation may subject you to civil and criminal liability under the laws of Dubai and the UAE.

4. Trademarks

"Oto Drive" and associated logos are registered trademarks. All other marks appearing on the Website are the property of their respective owners. No license to use any trademark is granted by implication or otherwise without written consent.

5. User Information

By using the Website, you may provide us with personal information. Our collection and use of such information is governed by our Privacy Policy, incorporated here by reference. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you provide is accurate and lawful.

6. Submitted Materials

Unless specifically requested, we do not solicit or wish to receive confidential or proprietary materials from you. Any articles, ideas, images, comments, or content you submit ("Submitted Materials") will be considered non-confidential and may be used by Oto Drive in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By submitting, you grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, and distribute such content across media.

7. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  1. Misrepresent your identity or impersonate others.
  2. Engage in activities that disrupt, disable, or impair the Website.
  3. Attempt unauthorized access to servers, systems, or databases.
  4. Upload viruses, spyware, or harmful code.
  5. Violate any laws of Dubai, the UAE, or applicable international regulations.

8. Public Forums & User Content

Where forums, blogs, or comment sections exist, you are solely responsible for your posts. You must not submit unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or infringing material. We reserve the right to remove or edit user content at our discretion.

9. Monitoring & Compliance

We reserve the right (but not the obligation) to monitor user activity and content. We may disclose information where required by law or for compliance with UAE regulatory authorities.

10. Linking Policy

Links to third-party websites may appear on the Website. Oto Drive is not responsible for their content, practices, or availability. Linking to the Website without our written permission is prohibited.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee accuracy, completeness, uninterrupted access, or that the Website will be free from errors, viruses, or defects. Users should independently verify any automotive information (such as specifications, prices, or availability) before relying on it.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UAE law, Oto Drive, its parent company, affiliates, employees, editors, and contributors shall not be liable for:

  1. Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages;
  2. Any loss of data, profits, or business arising from use of the Website;
  3. Reliance on editorial content, reviews, or third-party information.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Website is to discontinue its use.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Oto Drive, SelfDrive Mobility Technology FZCO, and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, your submissions, or your violation of these Terms or UAE law.

14. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates and the Emirate of Dubai. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Dubai Courts, unless otherwise required under UAE law.

Terms & Conditions - Oto Drive Website Usage Terms