Last updated: March 25, 2026
Iamcarhacker collaborates with manufacturers, retailers, and brands in the automotive diagnostics space.
This page explains how sponsored products and paid collaborations are handled.
Sponsored Products & Collaborations
Some products featured on this website may be:
- provided free of charge by manufacturers for testing, and/or
- accompanied by financial compensation for content creation (such as articles or videos)
These collaborations help support:
- tool testing
- vehicle testing
- garage space
- content production
Sponsored products and collaborations are disclosed clearly where applicable.
Editorial Independence
A core principle of Iamcarhacker:
opinions are never sold.
Even when:
- a product is provided for free
- financial compensation is involved
Compensation is never tied to positive reviews.
If a product is recommended, it is because:
- it was tested
- it proved useful
- it offers real value compared to alternatives
If a product performs poorly, is unreliable, or is overpriced, it will not be recommended — regardless of sponsorship.
How Sponsored Products Are Evaluated
Sponsored products are evaluated using the same criteria as all other products, including:
- hands-on testing
- real vehicle behavior
- feature limitations
- usability and reliability
- value for money
Additional feedback from trusted sources may be considered, but final recommendations are always based on real evaluation.
What Sponsorship Does — and Does Not Mean
Sponsorship may influence:
- which products are tested
- how quickly a product is reviewed
Sponsorship does not influence:
- ratings or rankings
- conclusions
- comparisons with competing tools
- whether a product is recommended
The responsibility to provide honest and useful information always comes first.
Why Sponsored Products Exist
Testing automotive diagnostic tools requires significant time and financial resources.
While many tools are purchased independently, sponsored products:
- allow testing of a wider range of tools
- improve comparison accuracy
- help keep content current and relevant
The goal is always to provide better, more practical recommendations.
Relationship to Other Policies
This Sponsor Policy works together with:
- Review Policy
- Affiliate Disclosure
- AI Policy
These policies are designed to ensure transparency and maintain trust.
Legal Entity
This website is operated by Carhacker OÜ.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding sponsorships or collaborations, you may contact:
