Terms of Service

Please read these terms before using GearBox Insider.

Last updated: March 26, 2026
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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using GearBox Insider (gearboxinsider.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this site.

These terms apply to all visitors, subscribers, customers, and anyone who accesses or uses any part of the site, including its content, products, and services.

2. Use of Site

You may use GearBox Insider for personal and professional informational purposes. You agree not to:

  • Copy, reproduce, or redistribute site content without written permission
  • Use the site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site or its systems
  • Transmit spam, malware, or any harmful code through or to the site
  • Misrepresent yourself or your affiliation with any person or business

GearBox Insider provides general information about transmissions, diagnostic tools, and shop management. Nothing on this site constitutes professional mechanical advice for any specific vehicle or repair situation. Always verify information against manufacturer specifications and consult a qualified technician for your specific needs.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

GearBox Insider is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

When you click a product link on this site and make a purchase on Amazon, GearBox Insider may receive a small commission. This comes at no additional cost to you — the price you pay is exactly the same whether you use our link or navigate to Amazon directly.

We only recommend products we genuinely believe are useful to our readers. Our editorial opinions are not for sale and are not influenced by affiliate relationships. GearBox Insider may also have affiliate arrangements with other tool and parts suppliers; any such relationship will be clearly disclosed.

Per FTC guidelines, please assume any link to a product or service on this site may be an affiliate link.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on GearBox Insider — including articles, guides, logos, digital products, spreadsheets, and graphics — is the property of GearBox Insider and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property law.

Purchased digital products, including the Bench Stock Jumpstart Pack, are licensed for personal and single-shop business use only. You may not resell, redistribute, or share purchased materials with individuals or organizations outside your own shop.

Brief quotations with proper attribution and a link back to the original source are permitted. Any other use of our content requires written permission.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

GearBox Insider is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or harmful components. While we work to keep information accurate and current, we make no guarantees about the completeness or suitability of any content for your specific situation.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, GearBox Insider, its owners, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this site or its content.

This includes damages resulting from reliance on information provided on the site, use of recommended products or techniques, vehicle damage, or loss of income — even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

In no event shall our total liability to you exceed the amount you paid, if any, for access to products or services on this site in the twelve months preceding the claim.

7. Privacy Policy Reference

Your use of GearBox Insider is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Service by reference. The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, including email addresses collected through our subscription forms.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any revisions.

Your continued use of the site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any legal action or dispute arising under these terms shall be subject to applicable federal and state jurisdiction.

10. Contact Information

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