Privacy Policy

Southern Drive Media ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy while you engage with our online platform dedicated to automotive news, vehicle reviews, industry analysis, and multimedia content. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the GDPR and applicable privacy laws.

Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information to provide and improve our services. Details include:

• Contact information you provide when subscribing to newsletters or contacting us, such as your name and email address.
• Technical data collected automatically when using our platform, including IP addresses, browser type, and device information.
• Usage data regarding interactions with our website, such as pages visited and time spent.

How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us deliver and refine our automotive news and media services. Use cases include:

• Providing you with newsletters, updates, or responses to inquiries.
• Enhancing content relevance and user experience on our platform.
• Analyzing traffic and trends to improve our digital car guides and multimedia production.
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting against unauthorized use.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information under the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our platform and must keep data confidential.
• When legally required by law enforcement, court orders, or regulatory authorities.

Your Rights and Choices

Under GDPR and applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:

• Access and request a copy of your personal data we hold.
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Withdraw consent to processing when applicable.
• Object to processing for direct marketing purposes.
• Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
• Raise complaints with relevant data protection authorities.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details at the end of this policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our online platform uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyse traffic, and personalise content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

Contact Information

For questions or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Southern Drive Media reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be posted on this page with updated effective information.