Privacy Policy

CarEvents.com Services (powered by DriveLife)

Last Updated: October 8, 2025

1) Who We Are

The Service is provided by Car Events Ltd (UK) and its affiliates, including CarEvents.com LLC (USA). For the United States, our current mailing address is:

CarEvents.com LLC
16192 Coastal Highway
Lewes, Delaware 19958
Sussex County, USA
Phone (USA): +1 302 440 3699

Primary contact emails:
General: info@carevents.com
Privacy: privacy@carevents.com

DriveLife Mobile Application

The DriveLife mobile application (“DriveLife App”) is the official app experience for CarEvents.com. It is developed and operated by Car Events Ltd (UK) and CarEvents.com LLC (USA), providing users with mobile access to the same platform, user profiles, and automotive community features available on the CarEvents.com website.

The DriveLife App shares the same data infrastructure, privacy standards, and user account system as CarEvents.com. Some functionality or features may differ or be temporarily unavailable in specific regions (for example, certain integrations or services may be deactivated in the USA or Canada while in testing or pending local release). These differences do not affect how your Personal Data is collected, stored, or processed, which remains consistent with this Privacy Policy.

Regional versions of the DriveLife App may also connect to different affiliated websites (such as regional online stores, event listings, or partner promotions) or use localized language, styling, or terminology to better align with U.S. and Canadian automotive trends. Any such regional variation will not reduce the level of privacy protection provided to users under this Policy.

Unless otherwise stated, all references to “the Service” in this Privacy Policy include both the CarEvents.com website and the DriveLife App.

2) Definitions

  • Account: A unique profile you create to access parts of the Service.
  • Affiliates: Entities that control, are controlled by, or are under common control with CarEvents.com.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device that help operate and personalize the Service.
  • Device: Any device capable of accessing the Service (computer, smartphone, tablet).
  • Personal Data: Information that identifies or can reasonably be linked to an identifiable person.
  • Processing: Any operation performed on Personal Data (collection, use, storage, disclosure, etc.).
  • Service Providers: Third parties that process data for us (hosting, analytics, communications, payments).
  • Usage Data: Data collected automatically from your use of the Service (e.g., IP, browser, pages viewed).

3) What We Collect

3.1 Personal Data You Provide

  • Contact details (name, email address, phone number, mailing/billing address)
  • Account credentials (username, password)
  • Preferences (communication and marketing choices)
  • Payment and transaction details (if you purchase services or tickets through our partners)
  • Content you submit (profiles, event entries, messages, images, comments)

3.2 Data Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data (IP address, browser type, OS, pages viewed, time on page, referring URLs)
  • Device and app data (device identifiers, app version, crash/diagnostics logs)
  • Approximate location derived from IP (city/region level, where permitted)

3.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We and our Service Providers use Cookies, web beacons, pixels, SDKs, and similar technologies to operate the Service, remember your preferences, personalize content, analyze performance, and (where applicable) deliver relevant offers. You can manage cookies in your browser settings and, where provided, through our on-site consent tools. Disabling non-essential cookies may affect certain features.

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for core functionality (security, login, form submissions).
  • Functional Cookies: Remember settings (language, display preferences).
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage and improve performance.
  • Advertising/Targeting Cookies: Personalize offers/ads (only where applicable and permitted).

4) How We Use Personal Data

We process Personal Data for the purposes below. Where applicable, we indicate typical legal bases used in UK/EU contexts for transparency (even when not legally required in the U.S. or Canada).

Purpose Data Categories Typical Legal Basis (UK/EU reference) Notes
Provide and operate the Service Account, contact, usage Contract; Legitimate interests Enable core features, troubleshoot, deliver content
Account creation and management Account, contact Contract Registration, authentication, profile settings
Customer support and communications Contact, content you submit Legitimate interests; Consent (where required) Respond to inquiries, send service notices
Marketing and newsletters Contact, preferences Consent; Legitimate interests Opt-out available in every message
Analytics and improvement Usage, device Legitimate interests Measure performance, improve features
Security and fraud prevention Usage, device, account Legitimate interests; Legal obligations Protect users, investigate misuse
Legal compliance and enforcement Relevant categories as needed Legal obligations; Legitimate interests Comply with laws, enforce terms
Business transfers (merger, acquisition) Relevant categories as needed Legitimate interests Data may be part of transferred assets

5) How We Share Personal Data

  • Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, communications, payments, security, customer support.
  • Affiliates: Within our corporate group under confidentiality and security commitments.
  • Business transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, financing, or sale of assets.
  • Legal and compliance: To comply with laws, lawful requests, court orders, or to protect rights, safety, and property.
  • Public areas: Content you post publicly (e.g., comments, listings) may be visible to others.
  • With consent: We may share information for other purposes if you explicitly consent.

6) International Data Transfers

We operate globally and may transfer Personal Data to countries other than your own (for example, between the UK, the U.S., Canada, or the EEA). Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards—such as standard contractual clauses, encryption, and strict access controls—to protect your data. By using the Service, you consent to these transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

7) Retention

We retain Personal Data only as long as needed for the purposes described above, or as required by law. After that, we delete or irreversibly anonymize data.

  • Account/profile data: while your account is active and up to 24 months after closure (unless a longer period is required by law).
  • Usage and analytics logs: typically up to 12 months (or longer if aggregated/anonymized).
  • Transactional records: retained consistent with tax and accounting rules (often 6–7 years).

8) Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect Personal Data (e.g., encryption in transit, access controls, logging, and monitoring). No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

9) Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your Personal Data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your data (subject to exemptions)
  • Restrict or object to certain processing
  • Receive a copy of data in a portable format
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time (via unsubscribe links or by contacting us)

To exercise rights or make a request, contact privacy@carevents.com. We may need to verify your identity. We respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

10) Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent (as required by U.S. law). If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us so we can delete it.

11) Links to Other Sites

The Service may link to third-party websites or services. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies. We encourage you to review those policies before providing Personal Data.

12) State Privacy Addendum (California, Virginia, Colorado)

This section supplements the information in this Privacy Policy for residents of California, Virginia, and Colorado, in accordance with their respective privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, CPA). It explains the categories of data we collect, purposes, and your specific rights.

12.1 Categories of Personal Data Collected

Category Examples Collected
Identifiers Name, email, postal address, phone number, IP address, account ID Yes
Commercial Information Purchase or event registration history Yes
Internet or Network Activity Browsing history, interactions with our website or app Yes
Geolocation Data Approximate location (city/region derived from IP) Yes
Professional or Employment Information Limited to sponsorship or business contact roles Possibly
Inferences Preferences or interests inferred from interactions Yes
Sensitive Personal Data We do not collect or use sensitive data (e.g., biometric, racial, or health data) No

12.2 Sources of Personal Data

We collect Personal Data directly from you (e.g., forms, account registration), automatically from your interactions with the Service, and from service providers, analytics partners, or affiliates.

12.3 Business or Commercial Purposes for Use

We use Personal Data for the purposes described in Section 4 above, including to provide and improve services, process transactions, communicate with you, personalize experiences, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.

12.4 Disclosures for a Business Purpose

We may disclose Personal Data to service providers and contractors for business purposes such as hosting, analytics, marketing support, or payment processing. We do not sell Personal Data for money. We may use cookies or analytics tools that could constitute “sharing” under state privacy laws for advertising measurement.

12.5 Your State Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of California, Virginia, or Colorado, you may have the following rights (subject to verification):

  • Right to Know / Access: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of Personal Data we have collected.
  • Right to Delete: Ask us to delete Personal Data we hold about you, subject to legal exceptions.
  • Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate Personal Data.
  • Right to Opt Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of Personal Data, or targeted advertising.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of Personal Data in a portable format.
  • Right to Appeal: If we deny your request, you may appeal our decision by replying to our response email.

How to Exercise Your Rights: Email privacy@carevents.com with your full name, state of residence, and request type (e.g., “Access,” “Delete,” “Do Not Sell or Share”). We will verify your identity and respond within the timeframe required by law.

Authorized Agents: You may authorize someone to make requests on your behalf by emailing us written proof of authorization and identity verification.

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information: To exercise this right, please email privacy@carevents.com with the subject line “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.”

Non-Discrimination: We will not deny goods or services, charge different prices, or provide a different level or quality of service if you exercise your privacy rights.

13) Canada Addendum (PIPEDA)

If you are in Canada, our handling of Personal Data aligns with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and applicable provincial laws. You may request access to or correction of your Personal Data, and you may withdraw consent to the extent permitted by law. Cross-border transfers may occur; we use contractual and technical safeguards to protect Personal Data processed outside Canada.

You may contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada regarding unresolved concerns: https://www.priv.gc.ca/.

14) UK/EU Addendum (For Users in the UK/EEA)

For users in the UK/EEA, additional rights and requirements under the UK GDPR / EU GDPR may apply, including detailed legal bases for each processing activity, data portability, the right to object to processing based on legitimate interests, and rules for international transfers. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority (e.g., the UK Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk/).

15) Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice (for example, by posting a notice on the Service or by emailing you) before the changes take effect. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the most recent changes. Continued use of the Service after changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

16) Contact Us

Email (General): info@carevents.com
Email (Privacy): privacy@carevents.com

Mailing Address (USA):
CarEvents.com LLC
16192 Coastal Highway
Lewes, Delaware 19958
Sussex County, USA

Phone (USA): +1 302 440 3699