Table of Contents

Overview

Key Definitions

Acceptance of Terms

Estimates and Pricing

Customer Responsibilities

Relationship of Parties

Payment Terms

Liability and Insurance

Vehicle Preparation and Condition

Delivery and Shipping Policies

Termination of Contract

Confidentiality and Data Protection

Dispute Resolution

Force Majeure

Amendments and Modifications

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Severability

Notices and Communications

Intellectual Property and Use of Website

Marketing and Publicity

Storage and Undelivered Freight

Back Solicitation

Miscellaneous Provisions

Electronic Communications

Money-Back Guarantee

Best Price Guarantee

Guaranteed Pickup Service

Termination and Survival

Indemnification

Contact Information

Terms and Conditions

Effective date: 1st July 2024www.interlane.com

1. Overview

1.1

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") constitute a binding legal agreement between Interlane Inc. (“Interlane”, "we", "us", or "our") and the customer ("Customer", "you", or "your"). These Terms govern your use of our transportation and logistics services ("Services"). By using our Services, you agree to these Terms in full. If you do not agree, you may not use our Services.

1.2

Interlane is a corporation in the business of providing the Platform (as defined below), which connects parties who are seeking and who are providing logistics services. Interlane Interlane offers specialized services in auto transport, drayage transport, and parcel delivery, operating in Canada (Ontario) and the USA. These Terms apply to all transactions and interactions related to the Services we provide, whether on our website www.interlane.com (the “Platform”) or through any other order method.

1.3

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. The latest version of the Terms will be available on our website, and it is your responsibility to review these Terms regularly. Continued use of our Services signifies your acceptance of any changes.

2. Key Definitions

2.1

"Additional Services" refers to extra services such as storage, requested by the Customer and arranged by Interlane beyond the primary transportation services.

2.2

"Shipping Document" includes the Bill of Lading or any official documentation used for shipping, detailing essential information about the shipment like weight and condition.

2.3

"Invoice Recipient" means the individual or entity designated to receive the bill for the shipment as stated in the Shipping Document.

2.4

"Transport Provider" is the person or company selected by Interlane to transport the shipment using their own vehicles and authority, taking responsibility for the shipment during transport.

2.5

"Recipient" refers to the person or entity designated to receive the shipment as indicated on the Shipping Document.

2.6

"Customer" or "Sender" includes any person or entity that engages Interlane to arrange transportation of a shipment and any party benefiting from our Services.

2.7

"Stakeholders" include the Customer, Recipient, Sender, Interlane, and any person with an interest in the shipment, acting on behalf of any involved parties.

2.8

"Entity" refers to any individual, corporation, LLC, partnership, or other organization.

2.9

"Cargo" or "Vehicle" denotes the items listed on the Shipping Document to be transported by the Transport Provider, including any amendments made in subsequent documentation.

3. Acceptance of Terms

3.1

By requesting Interlane to arrange transportation or by using our Services in any form, you agree to adhere to these Terms. The version of the Terms effective when you request transportation will govern the shipment and related services.

3.2

If there is any conflict between these Terms and a Shipping Document, these Terms will take precedence. Additionally, these Terms will supersede any oral agreements or promises, except where they conflict with a separate written agreement between the parties.

3.3

In the event of a conflict between these Terms and the Transport Provider’s General Rules Tariff, these Terms will prevail.

4. Estimates and Pricing

4.1

Estimates provided by Interlane for transportation or other charges are valid for seven (7) calendar days unless otherwise specified in writing. These estimates are based on the information provided by the Customer at the time of the request and may be subject to change.

4.2

Prices may be adjusted based on actual weights, dimensions, or the make, model, or condition of the vehicle, as well as unforeseen costs or events beyond Interlane’s control.

4.3

Any changes to the quoted price will be communicated to the Customer promptly, and the Customer agrees to pay any additional charges arising from such changes.

5. Customer Responsibilities

5.1

Documentation and Description: You agree that by using the Platform, you are at least (18) years of age if you are a natural person. If you are a corporation, then you are lawfully doing business. The Customer warrants that each shipment is accurately described on the Shipping Document and is in good order and condition unless otherwise noted. The Customer must provide exact pickup and delivery addresses, make, model, and VIN of the vehicle, and contact numbers for both pickup and delivery.

5.2

Legal Compliance: The Customer must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including customs, import/export, and hazardous materials laws. The Customer is responsible for providing all necessary documentation to comply with such laws.

5.3

Vehicle Preparation and Transport: The Customer agrees to the following conditions for vehicle preparation and transport:

5.5.1

Vehicle Preparation: The Customer must prepare the vehicle for transport by removing loose parts and fragile accessories, such as low-hanging spoilers. The Customer will indemnify Interlane and the Transport Provider from any claims or damages resulting from parts coming loose during transport.

5.5.2

Removal of External Items: All externally mounted items, such as luggage racks, must be removed before transport.

5.5.3

Operational Condition: Vehicles must be in running condition (unless otherwise noted) and should have between a quarter and half a tank of fuel.

5.5.4

Alarm Systems: Alarm systems must be disarmed, or instructions for disarming provided. If an alarm sounds without disarming instructions, the Transport Provider may disable the alarm by any means necessary, and neither Interlane nor the Transport Provider will be liable for any resulting damage.

5.5.5

Personal Items: All personal items must be removed from the vehicle unless previously agreed upon with Interlane. Interlane and the Transport Provider are not responsible for any personal property left in the vehicle in violation of this condition.

5.5.6

Special Vehicles: Additional charges apply for oversized or inoperable vehicles. Customers must notify Interlane in advance if a vehicle is oversized or inoperable.

5.5.7

Pre-Transport Inspection: A pre-transport inspection will be conducted by the Transport Provider and Customer, noting any pre-existing damage. This condition will be documented on the Shipping Document and acknowledged by both parties. Responsibility for the vehicle begins after this inspection.

5.5.8

Delivery Inspection: Upon delivery, the Customer or their agent must be present to inspect the vehicle for any transport-related damage, which will be documented on the final Shipping Document.

6. Relationship of Parties

6.1

Interlane operates as an independent contractor. We are not agents for the Transport Provider or the Customer. We do not exercise control over the operations, employees, or subcontractors of the Transport Provider or the Customer.

6.2

The Transport Provider selected by Interlane is an independent contractor and is not an agent or employee of Interlane. The Transport Provider retains control over its operations and employees.

6.3

Interlane's role is to facilitate the arrangement of transportation services. We are not responsible for the actual transportation of goods and do not assume liability for the actions or omissions of the Transport Provider.

6.4

The Customer acknowledges that neither Interlane nor the Transport Provider is liable for the actions, omissions, or misconduct of the other party. Interlane’s liability is limited to its role as an intermediary in arranging transportation services.

7. Payment Terms

7.1

Payment Policy: Payment for use of this Platform is used to compensate Interlane for its services, overhead, administration, content, and other corporate costs and fees, including transaction fees for credit card usage. Such fees and charges (including any taxes and late fees, as applicable) may be charged on your credit card. Interlane requires payment of the full amount to confirm the order and prior to scheduling the driver. Acceptable methods of payment include credit card, e-transfer, electronic funds transfer (EFT), wire transfer, and cash.

7.2

Credit/Debit Card Authorization: By providing credit/debit card information, the Customer authorizes Interlane to process charges for the full amount required to confirm the order. Any additional fees that may arise due to changes in the shipment details or other unforeseen circumstances will also be processed on the same card, unless otherwise specified. Payment is processed by a third-party payment processor over which Interlane exercises no control.

7.3

Cancellation and Refunds: Due to the nature of our services, once the driver is scheduled and the order confirmed, the total payment is non-refundable. If a cancellation request is received before the driver is scheduled, a full refund will be issued.

7.4

Past-Due Invoices: Invoices that remain unpaid by the due date will incur a late fee of 1.5% per month on any outstanding balance, or the highest rate permissible by law, whichever is less.

7.5

Collection of Payments: The Customer agrees to pay all costs of collection, including reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses, incurred by Interlane in the process of collecting unpaid balances.

7.6

Security on Shipments: Interlane retains a security interest in all shipments under its control until payment has been made in full. Interlane reserves the right to withhold delivery of any shipment for which payment has not been received in full.

8. Liability and Insurance

8.1

Limitation of Liability: Interlane acts as a broker and is not liable for any loss, damage, or delay to the products shipped using the Services. User agrees to indemnify Interlane for any claims made by Customer against Interlane, or its related entities or affiliates, or any of their directors, officers, managers, employees, owners, donors, agents, or licensors for any Services provided through the Platform or any reason whatsoever. Customer further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Interlane, its related entities, affiliates, contributors and their directors, officers, managers, employees, owners, donors, agents, licensors, from and against all losses, expenses, damages and costs, including reasonable lawyer’s fees, resulting from any violation of these Terms and Conditions.

Customer agrees that Interlane and its affiliates shall not be liable to Customer or anyone else for any loss or injury caused in whole or in part by relying upon, using, or interpreting the content or any other information obtained through the use of the Platform or any Services offered by Interlane. Customer agrees that Interlane is not responsible for faulty referral links, any error, omission, interruption, defect or delay in transmission, order processing, or communication; errors in these Terms and Conditions or in any Platform-related materials; human-processing error; failures of electronic equipment, computer hardware or software; or damage to your equipment, computer hardware or software, or inaccurate information, whether caused by equipment, programming, human error, or otherwise.

In no event will Interlane or its affiliates be liable to Customer or anyone else for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special or exemplary damages or lost profits arising out of the use or inability to use the content, the Platform or any other information obtained through the Platform, even if Interlane, its affiliates, agents or representatives know or have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

These excluded damages include, but are not limited to, legal and any other damage claims or awards, pain and suffering, loss of income, loss of consortium, business interruption, damages for loss of data, loss of programs, and/or cost of procurement of substitute services or service interruptions. Interlane’s cumulative liability to you or any other party for any loss or damages resulting from any claims, demands, or actions arising out of or relating to the Platform, the content or these Terms Customer shall not exceed the fees, if any, paid by you or on your behalf for the use of the Platform and/or Services in the 12 months prior to the alleged loss.

The Customer’s sole remedy for any claims related to damage, loss, or delay is against the Transport Provider.

8.2

Customer’s Insurance: The Customer is responsible for ensuring that the shipment is adequately insured. Interlane does not provide cargo insurance and is not liable for any insurance-related issues.

8.3

Damage Claims: All damage claims must be submitted in writing to Interlane within 24 hours of delivery. The Transport Provider is responsible for adjusting and resolving claims. The filing of a claim does not exempt the Customer from paying freight charges.

8.4

No Liability for Personal Items: Interlane and the Transport Provider are not liable for any personal items left in the vehicle. The Customer agrees to indemnify and hold Interlane and the Transport Provider harmless from any claims related to personal property left in the vehicle.

8.5

No Consequential Damages: Interlane is not liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages, including loss of profits, loss of market, or punitive damages, regardless of whether Interlane was aware of the possibility of such damages.

8.6

Bilateral Contracts: The Customer authorizes Interlane to enter into contracts with Transport Providers that may limit the provider's liability for loss or damage. The Customer agrees to be bound by such limitations.

9. Vehicle Preparation and Condition

9.1

Preparation Requirements: The Customer must prepare the vehicle for transport by removing loose parts, fragile accessories, and non-permanent racks. Vehicles must be in operable condition with a fuel level between one-quarter and one-half tank.

9.2

Disarm Alarm Systems: Alarm systems must be disarmed, or clear instructions for disarming provided. If an alarm sounds without instructions, the Transport Provider may disable it by any means necessary, and neither Interlane nor the Transport Provider will be liable for any resulting damage.

9.3

Personal Property: All personal items must be removed from the vehicle unless otherwise agreed upon. Interlane and the Transport Provider are not responsible for any personal property left in the vehicle.

9.4

Oversized or Inoperable Vehicles: Additional charges apply for oversized or inoperable vehicles. The Customer must notify Interlane in advance if the vehicle is oversized or inoperable to arrange for proper transport.

9.5

Pre-Trip Inspection: The Transport Provider and the Customer will conduct a pre-trip inspection, noting any pre-existing damage on the Shipping Document. Responsibility for the vehicle begins after this inspection.

9.6

Post-Transport Inspection: Upon delivery, the Customer or their agent must inspect the vehicle for any transport-related damage. Any damage must be noted on the final Shipping Document. If no damage is noted, the Customer acknowledges receipt of the vehicle in good condition.

10. Delivery and Shipping Policies

10.1

Estimated Delivery Times: All delivery times provided by Interlane are estimates. We do not guarantee specific pickup or delivery times due to potential delays caused by various factors such as weather, road conditions, or mechanical failures.

10.2

Pickup and Delivery Locations: The Transport Provider will attempt to pick up and deliver the vehicle as close to the Customer’s designated locations as safely and legally possible. If certain locations are not accessible, the Customer may need to arrange an alternate location for pickup or delivery.

10.3

Customer Presence: The Customer or an authorized agent must be present at the time of delivery to inspect the vehicle and sign the final Shipping Document. Failure to be present may result in additional charges or delays.

10.4

Toll Charges: The Customer is responsible for any toll charges incurred during transport. The Customer should turn off or remove any toll transponders to avoid additional charges.

10.5

Undelivered Freight: If the shipment cannot be delivered due to the Customer’s unavailability or refusal to accept, it will be placed in storage at the Customer’s expense. The Customer is responsible for all storage fees and any additional delivery attempts.

10.6

Storage Fees: Any storage fees incurred due to delays or issues with delivery will be the responsibility of the Customer. These fees must be paid before the vehicle is released.

11. Termination of Contract

11.1

Conditions for Termination: Either party may terminate the contract under these Terms if the other party breaches any material provision and fails to remedy the breach within a specified period after receiving written notice.

11.2

Notice Periods: The terminating party must provide written notice of termination, specifying the reasons for termination and allowing a reasonable time for the other party to remedy the breach.

11.3

Penalties for Termination: If the Customer terminates the contract without cause or fails to remedy a breach, Interlane may retain any deposits paid and seek additional damages as permitted by law.

11.4

Effect of Termination: Upon termination, all outstanding payments for services rendered shall become immediately due and payable. The Customer remains liable for any additional charges incurred up to the date of termination.

11.5

Survival of Terms: Provisions related to payment obligations, liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution shall survive the termination of the contract.

12. Confidentiality and Data Protection

12.1

Confidential Information: Both parties agree to keep confidential any information disclosed during the course of their relationship that is not publicly known. This includes pricing, business plans, and customer data.

12.2

Use of Information: Confidential information may only be used for purposes related to the Services provided by Interlane. Neither party shall disclose such information to any third party without prior written consent.

12.3

Personal Data: Interlane collects personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The Customer agrees to the collection, use, and sharing of personal data as described in our Privacy Policy.

12.4

Security Measures: Interlane employs reasonable security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, the Customer acknowledges that no security system is infallible.

12.5

Breach of Confidentiality: If a party breaches its confidentiality obligations, the non-breaching party may seek injunctive relief in addition to any other legal remedies available.

12.6

Retention of Data: Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1

Mediation: In the event of any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services provided, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation

13.2

Jurisdiction and Venue: Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Ontario, Canada, or a mutually agreed upon location. Both parties consent to the jurisdiction of these courts and waive any objections to the venue.

13.3

Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

13.4

Attorneys’ Fees and Costs: In the event of any dispute resolution process, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in connection with the dispute.

13.5

Limitation of Claims: Any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to the Services provided by Interlane must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose, or it shall be forever barred.

13.6

Waiver of Jury Trial: Both parties waive any right to a jury trial in any action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms.

14. Force Majeure

14.1

Definition: Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay is caused by events beyond its reasonable control ("Force Majeure Events"), including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, labor disputes, governmental actions, or interruptions in power or communication services.

14.2

Notification: The affected party shall notify the other party promptly of the occurrence of a Force Majeure Event and make reasonable efforts to mitigate its effects and resume performance as soon as possible.

14.3

Suspension of Obligations: During the duration of a Force Majeure Event, the obligations of the affected party shall be suspended to the extent affected by the event.

14.4

Termination Due to Extended Force Majeure: If a Force Majeure Event continues for more than thirty (30) days, either party may terminate the contract upon written notice to the other party.

15. Amendments and Modifications

15.1

Right to Modify: Interlane reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. The most current version of the Terms will be posted on our website, and it is the Customer's responsibility to review these Terms periodically.

15.2

Effective Date of Changes: Any changes to these Terms will be effective upon posting on the Interlane website. Continued use of our Services after such changes signifies acceptance of the updated Terms.

15.3

Notification of Changes: We will notify Customers of significant changes to these Terms via email or other communication methods as deemed appropriate.

15.4

Customer's Acceptance: If the Customer does not agree to the modified Terms, the Customer must cease using our Services. The continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

16.1

Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, and the federal laws applicable therein, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

16.2

Jurisdiction: The parties agree that any disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be exclusively resolved in the provincial or federal courts located in Ontario, Canada.

16.3

Waiver of Objections: Both parties irrevocably consent to the jurisdiction of the aforementioned courts and waive any objections to the jurisdiction, venue, or convenience of such courts.

16.4

International Use: Interlane makes no representation that the Services are appropriate or available for use in locations outside of Canada and the USA. Customers accessing the Services from other jurisdictions do so at their own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

17. Severability

17.1

Severable Provisions: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed from these Terms and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17.2

Interpretation of Provisions: The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by a valid, legal, and enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent of the parties.

17.3

Continuity of Agreement: The parties agree that the severability of any provision of these Terms shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.

17.4

Fair Interpretation: All provisions of these Terms shall be construed fairly, as to their plain meaning, and not strictly for or against either party.

18. Notices and Communications

18.1

Notice Requirements: All notices required or permitted under these Terms shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given if delivered personally, sent by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, or by recognized overnight courier service.

18.2

Addresses for Notices: Notices to Interlane shall be sent to the following address: Interlane, 120 Jevlan Dr #4B, Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G3, Ontario, Canada. Notices to the Customer shall be sent to the address provided by the Customer during the booking process.

18.3

Electronic Communications: The Customer agrees to receive communications from Interlane electronically, including emails, texts, and other digital messages. Electronic communications shall be deemed to satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

18.4

Changes to Contact Information: The Customer is responsible for ensuring that Interlane has the Customer’s current and accurate contact information. Notices sent to the contact information on file shall be deemed effectively delivered.

18.5

Acknowledgment of Receipt: The date of receipt of any notice shall be the date of actual receipt or three (3) business days after mailing, whichever is earlier.

19. Intellectual Property and Use of Website

19.1

Ownership Rights: All intellectual property rights related to Interlane's website, including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software, are owned by Interlane or its licensors. These rights are protected by copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

19.2

Use of Website: The Platform is available on websites, mobile phone devices, tablets, and other handheld devices. These Terms and Conditions apply to all such platforms. Interlane may terminate Services at any time, without penalty and without notice, if you fail to comply with any of the Terms and Conditions, or the intellectual property protections applicable to these Services. You may browse information on this Platform. However, do not attempt to copy, distribute, modify, transmit or revise the content of the Platform without written permission from Interlane. Neither title nor intellectual property rights are transferred to any third party through the use or access to the Platform; rather, all rights, title, and interest in and to all aspects of this Platform remain the sole property of Interlane.

19.3

Restrictions: You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of our website or its content, nor may you reverse engineer or attempt to extract the source code of any software used on the website.

19.4

Trademarks: All trademarks, service marks, and trade names used on the website are the property of Interlane or its licensors. Unauthorized use of these trademarks is strictly prohibited.

19.5

User Content: By submitting any content to our website, you grant Interlane a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content in any media. If you are accessing or using the Platform in your capacity as an employee or other representative of an employer, you are agreeing to this Agreement on behalf of yourself and such employer, as applicable, and you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such employer, as applicable, to this Agreement.

You represent and warrant that you own or have the necessary rights to the content you submit and that your submission does not violate any third-party rights.

You understand and acknowledge that if you cancel your account or your account is terminated, all of your account information, including but not limited to: saved shipments, addresses and payment history, will be marked as deleted and may be deleted from Interlane’s databases. Information may continue to be available for some period of time because of delays in deleting the account information through Interlane’s web servers.

19.6

Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability: Interlane does not warrant that access to or use of the Platform will be uninterrupted or error-free or that defects in the Platform will be corrected. This Platform, including any content and information contained within it or any site-related services, is provided “AS IS”, with all faults, with no representations or warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, quality of information, quiet enjoyment, and title/non-infringement. Interlane does not warrant the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information obtained through the site.

You assume total responsibility and risk for your use of this Platform, Platform-related services, social media and linked websites. Interlane does not warrant that files available for download will be free of viruses, worms, trojan horses or other destructive programming. You are responsible for implementing procedures sufficient to satisfy your needs for data backup and security.

Interlane does not approve of fraud or abuse of the Platform. Interlane reserves the right at any time and from time to time, to disable or terminate Customer accounts, any username, password, or other identifier, whether chosen by the Customer or provided by us, in our sole discretion for any or for no reason, including but not limited to any violation of any provision of these Terms and Conditions and/or the excessive and/or unauthorized use of the Platform. Excessive and/or unauthorized use of the platform includes, but is not limited to:  hacking, phishing, harassing, suspected account-sharing, an abnormally high number of shipments, spamming, and misleading others.

20. Marketing and Publicity

20.1

Use of Interlane’s Name and Logo: The Customer may not use Interlane’s name, logo, trademarks, or trade names in any publicity releases, promotional materials, customer lists, advertising, marketing, or business-generating efforts without prior written consent from Interlane.

20.2

Marketing Materials: Interlane may use the Customer's name and logo in its marketing materials, including on its website and in presentations, unless the Customer expressly requests in writing that it not be used.

20.3

Public Announcements: Any public announcements regarding the relationship between Interlane and the Customer must be coordinated with and approved by Interlane.

20.4

Testimonials and Reviews: The Customer agrees that Interlane may use any feedback or testimonials provided by the Customer for promotional purposes. Such use may include quoting the Customer’s feedback on our website, in marketing materials, and in social media posts.

20.5

Opt-Out: The Customer may opt out of marketing communications at any time by notifying Interlane in writing or following the opt-out instructions provided in the marketing communication.

21. Storage and Undelivered Freight

21.1

Storage Fees: If freight cannot be delivered due to the Customer’s unavailability or refusal to accept the shipment, it will be placed in storage at the Customer’s expense. The Customer is responsible for all storage fees and any additional delivery attempts.

21.2

Undelivered Freight: If freight cannot be delivered because the Consignee is unable or unwilling to accept it, or because the Carrier cannot locate the Consignee, the Carrier will make reasonable efforts to notify the Consignor. If the freight remains undelivered, it will be placed in storage at the Customer’s expense.

21.3

Responsibility for Storage Costs: The Customer shall pay all storage costs and other related expenses before the freight is released. Interlane and the Carrier shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the freight while it is in storage.

21.4

Re-Delivery: If the freight needs to be re-delivered, the Customer is responsible for all accrued storage fees and additional freight charges for the re-delivery.

21.5

Abandonment of Freight: If the Customer fails to retrieve the stored freight within a reasonable time, Interlane may, at its discretion, consider the freight abandoned and dispose of it in accordance with applicable laws. The Customer remains liable for any costs associated with the disposal.

21.6

Liability for Undelivered Freight: Interlane and the Carrier are not liable for any loss, damage, or delay of undelivered freight that is placed in storage. The Customer assumes all risk and responsibility for the stored freight.

22. Back Solicitation

22.1

Prohibition on Back Solicitation: The Customer agrees not to solicit or engage the services of any Carrier introduced by Interlane for a period of twelve (12) months following the termination of these Terms without prior written consent from Interlane.

22.2

Liquidated Damages: In the event of a breach of this back solicitation provision, the Customer agrees to pay Interlane liquidated damages equal to fifteen percent (15%) of the gross revenue from traffic assigned by the Customer to the Carrier during the twelve-month period following the breach.

22.3

Injunction: The Customer acknowledges that a breach of this provision may cause irreparable harm to Interlane for which monetary damages may not be an adequate remedy. Therefore, Interlane shall be entitled to seek injunctive relief in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity.

22.4

Exemptions: This back solicitation provision does not apply to Carriers with whom the Customer had a relationship prior to their introduction by Interlane, provided that the Customer can provide documentation of such prior relationship.

22.5

Notification of Breach: If Interlane becomes aware of a breach of this provision, it will notify the Customer in writing. The Customer shall have thirty (30) days from the date of the notice to remedy the breach to Interlane’s satisfaction.

23. Miscellaneous Provisions

23.1

Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with any documents expressly referred to herein, constitute the entire agreement between Interlane and the Customer and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, and warranties, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

23.2

Amendments: No amendment or modification of these Terms shall be binding unless in writing and signed by both parties.

23.3

Assignment: The Customer may not assign or transfer any of its rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of Interlane. Interlane may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under these Terms without the Customer's consent.

23.4

No Waiver: No failure or delay by either party in exercising any right, power, or remedy under these Terms shall operate as a waiver of any such right, power, or remedy.

23.5

Survival: Any provision of these Terms that by its nature or context is intended to survive termination or expiration shall so survive.

23.6

Counterparts: These Terms may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

23.7

Headings: The headings in these Terms are for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of these Terms.

24. Electronic Communications

24.1

Consent to Electronic Communications: By using our Services, you consent to receive communications from us electronically, such as emails, texts, ringless voicemails, and mobile push notices. You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that we provide to you electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

24.2

Email Notifications: We will send important notifications to the email address provided during the booking process. It is the Customer’s responsibility to ensure that this email address is accurate and up-to-date.

24.3

Record Retention: You can retain copies of these communications for your records. It is your responsibility to maintain an electronic or physical copy of such communications.

24.4

Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving certain electronic communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communication. However, opting out of certain communications may impact your use of the Services.

24.5

System Requirements: To receive and retain electronic communications, you will need a device with internet access, a valid email address, and sufficient storage capacity. It is your responsibility to ensure that your system meets these requirements.

25. Money-Back Guarantee

25.1

Eligibility for Refund: Interlane offers a 100% money-back guarantee, less a $250 cancellation fee, on deposits if the Customer requests a cancellation before the vehicle is picked up by the assigned Carrier. This refund applies only to the deposit amount and does not cover any additional fees or services already rendered.

25.2

Cancellation Process: Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to Interlane’s official email address. Phone requests are not accepted as official cancellation requests. The request must include the order number and specific reasons for cancellation.

25.3

Processing Refunds: Refunds will be processed within 7-10 business days from the date of the written cancellation request. The refund will be issued to the original payment method used during the booking.

25.4

Exceptions: The money-back guarantee does not apply if the Customer breaches any part of these Terms or if the cancellation request is made within 48 hours of the vehicle being  picked up by the Carrier.

25.5

Notice of Cancellation: Interlane reserves the right to cancel the order at any time for any reason, at which point all payments made by the Customer will be fully refunded.

26. Best Price Guarantee

26.1

Commitment to Competitive Pricing: Interlane is committed to offering competitive pricing. If you find a lower price from a reputable competitor for an identical service within 24 hours of booking with us, we will review and potentially match or beat that price.

26.2

Verification Process: To qualify for the best price guarantee, you must provide a written quote from the competitor that includes the same terms and conditions as your booking with Interlane. The quote must be verifiable and match exactly with the service terms offered by Interlane.

26.3

Price Adjustment: Upon successful verification of the lower price, Interlane will adjust your booking to reflect the matched price. If we cannot match the price, we will offer alternatives or a full refund of the deposit.

26.4

Exclusions: The best price guarantee does not apply to special promotions, rates available through third-party websites, or clear typographical errors in competitor pricing.

26.5

Modification of Guarantee: Interlane reserves the right to modify or discontinue the best price guarantee at any time without prior notice.

27. Guaranteed Pickup Service

27.1

Service Description: Interlane offers a Guaranteed Pickup Service that ensures your vehicle will be picked up within the specified timeframe agreed upon at the time of booking. This service is available for select routes and vehicle types and must be explicitly opted for by the Customer.

27.2

Scheduling and Accuracy: Customers opting for this service must provide accurate and complete information regarding the pickup location, vehicle details, and preferred pickup date. Interlane will confirm the pickup details and provide a guaranteed pickup date.

27.3

Pickup Guarantee: Interlane guarantees to pick up your vehicle on the confirmed pickup date. In the event that we are unable to meet this commitment due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., severe weather, road closures, mechanical failures), we will communicate promptly and work to reschedule the pickup at the earliest opportunity.

27.4

Customer Responsibilities: The Customer must ensure that the vehicle is prepared for transport and accessible to our carriers at the agreed-upon time and location. Any changes to the pickup details must be communicated to Interlane at least 48 hours prior to the guaranteed pickup date.

27.5

Exclusions: This service does not cover delays caused by the Customer’s unavailability, inaccurate information provided by the Customer, force majeure events, or other circumstances beyond Interlane’s reasonable control.

27.6

Additional Costs: The Guaranteed Pickup Service may incur additional costs, which will be clearly communicated to the Customer at the time of booking.

28. Termination and Survival

28.1

Termination by Customer: The Customer may terminate this agreement at any time by providing written notice to Interlane. Upon termination, the Customer must cease all use of the Services.

28.2

Termination by Interlane: Interlane may terminate this agreement at any time, with or without cause, by providing notice to the Customer. In the event of termination without cause, Interlane will refund any prepaid amounts for Services not yet rendered.

28.3

Survival of Terms: Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including but not limited to provisions on payment obligations, confidentiality, intellectual property, indemnification, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution.

28.4

Effect of Termination: Upon termination, the Customer will remain liable for all amounts due under these Terms. Any outstanding balances must be paid immediately upon termination.

29. Indemnification

29.1

Customer’s Indemnification Obligation: The Customer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Interlane, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, and contractors from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

a.

the Customer’s use of the Services;

b.

any breach of these Terms by the Customer;

c.

any violation of applicable laws or regulations by the Customer;

d.

any claim for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death related to the shipment.

30. Contact Information

30.1

Customer Support: If you have any questions or need assistance regarding these Terms, our Services, or any other inquiries, please contact our customer support team.

30.2

Contact Methods: You can reach us through the following methods:

Email: support@interlane.com

Mail: Interlane, Customer Support, Ontario, Canada.

30.3

Business Hours: Our customer support team is available during the following hours:

Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (EST)

Saturday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (EST)

Sunday: Closed

30.4

Response Time: We strive to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days. Please note that response times may vary during peak periods.

30.5

Feedback and Complaints: We value your feedback and are committed to resolving any issues you may encounter. Please direct any complaints or feedback to our customer support team through the contact methods listed above. We will address your concerns promptly and work towards a satisfactory resolution.

30.6

Emergency Contact: For urgent matters outside of regular business hours, please use our emergency contact number, which will be provided upon booking confirmation. This number is intended for emergencies only and should not be used for general inquiries or support requests.

30.7

Changes to Contact Information: Interlane reserves the right to update or change our contact information. Any changes will be communicated through our website and other appropriate channels. It is the Customer's responsibility to ensure they have the most current contact information.

30.8

Legal Notices: Any legal notices required or permitted to be given under these Terms shall be in writing and delivered to the following address:

30.9

Legal Department: Interlane Logistics Inc. 120 Jevlan Drive, Unit 4B Woodbridge, ON, L4L 8G3