So I tried ordering custom license plate frame that read " POOR MAN'S TESLA" to put on my Nissan Leaf as a joke. Order went through. Few hours later got an email that my order is canceled due to:
Replied asking if they censored use of word "Tesla". Their reply:
So there you have it. Looks like another nail in freedom of expression coffin due to egregious abuse of copyright. I know, first world problems and all, but this really irked me. I am going to CNC it myself then.
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Replied asking if they censored use of word "Tesla". Their reply:
Dear AntronX,
Thank you for contacting CafePress!
I'm sorry, however the designs were placed in a pending state because of the use of the name of a automobile. We have received many notices from auto manufacturers that there may be an issue with portrayal of their vehicles on merchandise without authorization. We take such issues seriously, and for this reason automobile designs may be reviewed more stringently. I'm sorry for any inconvenience this has caused for you. No need to worry about your payment authorization being refunded as it was not processed due to the cancellation of your order.
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Betty B.
Content Usage Associate
So there you have it. Looks like another nail in freedom of expression coffin due to egregious abuse of copyright. I know, first world problems and all, but this really irked me. I am going to CNC it myself then.