Terms and Conditions
Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: June 11, 2026
Welcome to Maximum Velocity. By accessing or using this website, purchasing products, or using any services provided through this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.
1. General
Maximum Velocity provides products, educational resources, digital downloads, and accessories related to Pinewood Derby and similar racing activities.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
2. Eligibility
By placing an order, you represent that:
You are at least 18 years old or have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
You have the legal authority to enter into this agreement.
All information you provide is accurate and complete.
3. Product Information
We strive to accurately describe our products.
However:
Product colors may vary due to monitor settings.
Specifications may change without notice.
Minor manufacturing variations may occur.
Maximum Velocity reserves the right to discontinue products or change pricing at any time.
4. Racing Performance Disclaimer
Pinewood Derby racing depends on numerous variables including construction, alignment, lubrication, track conditions, race rules, and builder skill.
Maximum Velocity does not guarantee that any product will result in winning a race or achieving any specific performance outcome.
Our products are intended to help improve performance when properly used but no specific results are guaranteed.
5. Race Rule Compliance
Race organizations have different rules regarding wheels, axles, lubricants, weights, and modifications.
It is the customer's responsibility to verify that any purchased product complies with their local race rules before use.
Maximum Velocity is not responsible for disqualification resulting from use of any product.
6. Orders
We reserve the right to:
- refuse or cancel any order
- limit quantities
- correct pricing errors
- discontinue products without notice
If payment has already been processed for a canceled order, a refund will be issued.
7. Pricing
All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Applicable taxes and shipping charges are calculated during checkout.
8. Payment
Payment is due at the time of purchase.
Orders are not processed until payment has been successfully authorized.
Fraudulent transactions will be reported to the appropriate authorities.
9. Shipping
Shipping estimates are provided as a courtesy.
Delivery dates are not guaranteed.
Maximum Velocity is not responsible for delays caused by:
- carriers
- weather
- customs
- natural disasters
- labor disruptions
- incorrect shipping information supplied by the customer
Risk of loss transfers to the customer upon delivery to the shipping carrier.
10. Returns and Refunds
Returns are governed by our Return Policy.
Products must generally be returned in original condition within the applicable return period.
Shipping charges are non-refundable except where required by law.
Certain products, including opened polished axles and downloadable products, may have additional return restrictions.
11. Digital Products
Digital downloads are licensed for personal use only.
Customers may not:
- redistribute
- resell
- upload to file-sharing websites
- reproduce for commercial purposes
- modify and resell
Unauthorized distribution violates United States copyright law.
12. Intellectual Property
All content on this website including:
- photographs
- graphics
- logos
- product descriptions
- videos
- articles
- downloads
- software
- trademarks
is the property of Maximum Velocity or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
No content may be copied or reproduced without written permission.
13. User Conduct
You agree not to:
- interfere with website operation
- attempt unauthorized access
- upload malicious software
- scrape or harvest website data
- violate applicable laws while using the website
Violation may result in termination of access.
14. Product Safety
Many products sold on this website:
- contain small parts
- present choking hazards
- contain sharp edges or points
- are intended for adult use during construction
Children should always be supervised by an adult.
Customers are responsible for using products safely and according to all instructions.
15. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Maximum Velocity shall not be liable for:
- indirect damages
- incidental damages
- consequential damages
- lost profits
- lost opportunities
- race losses
- competition results
- personal injuries resulting from improper product use
Our maximum liability shall not exceed the purchase price of the product giving rise to the claim.
16. Warranty Disclaimer
Except as expressly provided, all products are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE."
Maximum Velocity disclaims all implied warranties including:
- merchantability
- fitness for a particular purpose
- non-infringement
where permitted by law.
17. Third-Party Products
Certain products sold through Maximum Velocity may be manufactured by third parties.
Any manufacturer warranties remain the responsibility of the original manufacturer.
18. Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
We take reasonable measures to protect customer information but cannot guarantee absolute security of internet transmissions.
19. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Utah without regard to conflict of law principles.
Any disputes shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Utah.
20. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
21. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Return Policy, and any other posted policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and Maximum Velocity regarding use of the website.
22. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact Maximum Velocity using the contact information provided on this website.