Affiliate Disclosure Policy

CarNews KE Affiliate Disclosure Policy

Effective Date: February, 2026

1. Introduction

CarNews KE (“CarNews KE”, “CarNews Digital”, “CN”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to transparency and editorial integrity.

This Affiliate Disclosure Policy explains how affiliate relationships work and how CarNews KE may earn commissions from certain links, products, and services featured on our websites, videos, newsletters, magazines, and social media channels.

We believe readers should understand when commercial relationships exist and how those relationships support our work.

2. What Are Affiliate Links?

Affiliate links are special tracking links that may allow CarNews KE to receive a commission or referral fee when readers:

• Purchase products;
• Subscribe to services;
• Register for offers;
• Complete transactions;

through links published by CarNews KE.

These commissions are generally paid by third parties and do not increase the purchase price paid by readers.

3. Why We Use Affiliate Links

Affiliate partnerships help support:

• Automotive journalism;
• Website operations;
• Video production;
• Digital magazines;
• Community platforms;
• Research and editorial activities.

Affiliate revenue enables CarNews KE to continue providing content to readers.

4. Editorial Independence

Affiliate relationships do not influence:

• Vehicle reviews;
• Rankings;
• Recommendations;
• Editorial opinions;
• News reporting;
• Product comparisons.

Products and services are selected based on:

• Relevance;
• Reader value;
• Editorial judgment;
• Practical usefulness.

Commercial considerations do not determine editorial conclusions.

5. Where Affiliate Links May Appear

Affiliate links may appear in:

Articles

Buying guides and product recommendations.

Reviews

Accessories, gadgets, tools, and automotive products.

Videos

Video descriptions and related content.

Newsletters

Promotional recommendations and special offers.

Social Media

Posts containing product references.

Digital Magazines

Shopping and buyer guides.

6. Typical Affiliate Categories

Affiliate partnerships may involve:

• Automotive accessories;
• Tyres and wheels;
• Car care products;
• Dash cameras;
• GPS devices;
• Tools and equipment;
• Batteries;
• Insurance services;
• Financing products;
• Marketplace services;
• Mobility services;
• Technology and software products.

CarNews KE may add or discontinue partnerships at any time.

7. Disclosure Statements

Where appropriate, CarNews KE may include statements such as:

This article contains affiliate links. CarNews KE may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no additional cost to you.

or

We may receive compensation from some products or services mentioned in this article.

These disclosures are intended to provide transparency.

8. Product Recommendations

Recommendations are based on factors including:

• Editorial experience;
• Research;
• User feedback;
• Technical specifications;
• Value for money;
• Practical ownership considerations.

Affiliate commissions do not guarantee favourable recommendations.

Negative opinions or criticisms may still be expressed.

9. Reviews and Testing

Where possible, products may be:

• Personally tested;
• Evaluated by contributors;
• Compared with alternatives;
• Assessed using independent criteria.

Some products may not be physically tested before mention.

Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research before making purchasing decisions.

10. Third-Party Websites

Affiliate links may direct readers to external websites.

CarNews KE is not responsible for:

• Product availability;
• Pricing changes;
• Shipping issues;
• Returns and refunds;
• Third-party privacy policies;
• Customer service practices.

Transactions are conducted directly between users and third-party providers.

11. Prices and Availability

Prices, offers, and product availability may change without notice.

Information published by CarNews KE:

• Is provided for informational purposes;
• Does not constitute a guarantee;
• May become outdated over time.

Readers should verify information directly with suppliers.

12. Sponsored and Affiliate Content

Affiliate content and sponsored content are different.

Affiliate Content

CarNews KE may earn commissions based on transactions.

Sponsored Content

CarNews KE receives compensation for producing or publishing promotional material.

Sponsored content will be identified separately in accordance with our Advertising and Sponsored Content Policy.

13. Manufacturers and Commercial Relationships

CarNews KE may maintain commercial relationships with:

• Manufacturers;
• Distributors;
• Dealerships;
• Insurance providers;
• Financial institutions;
• Technology companies;
• Mobility service providers.

Such relationships do not influence:

• Editorial coverage;
• Vehicle reviews;
• Rankings;
• Awards.

Readers’ trust remains our priority.

14. No Guarantees

CarNews KE does not guarantee:

• Product quality;
• Suitability;
• Performance;
• Availability;
• Merchant reliability.

Recommendations are opinions and should not replace independent research or professional advice.

15. Reader Responsibility

Users are responsible for:

• Conducting due diligence;
• Reviewing terms and conditions;
• Understanding warranties and return policies;
• Confirming specifications and prices.

Purchase decisions remain solely the responsibility of readers.

16. Accuracy

Although CarNews KE aims to provide accurate information, errors may occur.

Information may become outdated because of:

• Product updates;
• Price changes;
• Market conditions;
• Supplier decisions.

CarNews KE reserves the right to update or correct information without notice.

17. Limitation of Liability

CarNews KE shall not be liable for:

• Product defects;
• Financial losses;
• Service interruptions;
• Delivery problems;
• Third-party disputes;
• Decisions made by readers based on affiliate content.

Users interact with third-party providers at their own risk.

18. Changes to this Policy

CarNews KE may update this Affiliate Disclosure Policy periodically.

Changes become effective upon publication.

Users are encouraged to review this Policy regularly.

19. Contact Information

Editorial and Partnerships Team

CarNews Digital (CarNews KE)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Email: support@carnews.co.ke
Website: www.carnews.co.ke

Questions regarding affiliate relationships or disclosures may be directed to the Editorial and Partnerships Team.

Commitment to Transparency

CarNews KE values the trust placed in us by readers and the automotive community.

Affiliate partnerships help sustain independent automotive journalism, but they do not determine what we write, review, recommend, or criticise.

We are committed to ensuring that readers always understand when commercial relationships exist and to maintaining the independence, integrity, and credibility of CarNews KE.