Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Shawzilla (the "Site"), operated by Rohan Khetwani. By using this Site, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

Shawzilla is a personal automotive journal providing road notes, reviews, and news. You may browse and read the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You agree not to:

• Reproduce, copy, or redistribute content from this Site without permission
• Use the Site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its functioning
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its systems
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers) to extract content without prior consent

2. Content and Opinions

All articles, reviews, and opinions published on Shawzilla reflect the personal views of the author at the time of writing. Content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be treated as professional advice — including but not limited to financial, legal, or automotive purchasing advice.

Vehicle specifications, prices, and launch dates referenced in our articles are based on publicly available information at the time of publishing and may change. We make reasonable efforts to keep information accurate but do not guarantee its completeness or current accuracy.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all written content on Shawzilla is the intellectual property of Rohan Khetwani / Shawzilla. Vehicle names, brand names, and logos referenced belong to their respective manufacturers and are used for editorial identification purposes only, not to imply endorsement or affiliation.

4. Third-Party Links

Shawzilla may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites linked from this Site. Visiting linked sites is at your own risk.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on this Site may be affiliate links. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through these links, at no additional cost to you. This does not affect the editorial independence of our content.

6. Advertising

Shawzilla may display third-party advertisements, including through Google AdSense or Google Ad Manager. By using this Site, you acknowledge that these advertisements are served by third parties and that Shawzilla does not control the specific content of individual ads. Advertisements are not endorsements by Shawzilla, and Shawzilla is not responsible for the accuracy, quality, or claims made in any third-party advertisement. For details on how advertising cookies are used, see our Privacy Policy.

You agree not to click on ads with fraudulent intent or in a manner designed to artificially inflate advertising revenue, and not to interfere with the delivery or display of advertisements on this Site.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.

8. DIY and Repair Guide Disclaimer

Shawzilla publishes general informational guides on common vehicle issues and maintenance topics, including troubleshooting and do-it-yourself repair suggestions. These guides are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional automotive advice. Vehicle repair carries inherent risks, and outcomes can vary based on your specific vehicle, its condition, and your own skill and experience. Shawzilla and its author are not responsible for any damage to your vehicle, personal injury, additional repair costs, or other losses arising from repairs, maintenance, or other actions taken based on content published on this Site. Where a guide indicates that a task should be performed by a qualified professional, we strongly recommend following that guidance rather than attempting the repair yourself.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shawzilla and its author shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content — including decisions made based on information published here.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.