The guidelines (not exactly rules) on EV business on the EVDL don't say
anything about where you work being a problem.
Here's what they DO say.
The EVDL is a noncommercial, informational resource. We don't allow it to be
used for selling stuff. This includes posts that mainly promote a product or
its website.
That said, where would we be without parts to build our EVs? We need
reputable vendors and manufacturers of EV parts, products, and services for
hobbyists. If you're one, you're welcome on the EVDL, but we ask that you
follow a few guidelines:
No unprompted mentions. Don't post just to mention your products and/or
services. Bring them up only when an existing conversation (thread) makes
the discussion appropriate and natural. We're a bit flexible on this for
long-time members, as long as it's done judiciously and tastefully. However,
spamming is absolutely verboten. If you subscribe just to advertise, I
guarantee that you'll be shown the door.
No promotional language. Announce and discuss your products and services
only in factual, value-neutral terms (like NPR and PBS sponsorship
announcements). Save the glowing descriptions for your own website.
No stealth mentions. If you're involved with a business that figures in
your post, say so, and tell us what your involvement is.
Not too often. How often is too? Well, for example, if every time
someone asks about controllers, you post about the controllers you have for
sale, that's probably too often.
Support users of your products and services on the EVDL. This is not
optional.
As best you can, also take part in general EV help and support, even
when it's unrelated to your products and/or services. Many times, folks who
build EV components have a long history in EVs, and a wealth of knowledge
they can and should share with our members. It's in your own best interests
anyway, because users you help are that much more apt to become your
customers, no?
David Roden - Akron, Ohio, USA
EVDL Administrator
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