Partner Compliance
MAP Policy
Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) Policy for ME BIKE Authorized Resellers.
Effective Date: January 01, 2025
Effective Date: January 01, 2025
By maintaining an authorized partnership with ME BIKE, resellers acknowledge their responsibility to uphold the brand's premium market positioning.
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1.0 Purpose and Intent
The Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) Policy is designed to protect the premium brand reputation of ME BIKE, ensure fair competition among our authorized partners, and maintain the long-term profitability of our reseller network. This policy reflects our commitment to offering consistent value to consumers across India.
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2.0 Scope of Application
This policy applies to all authorized dealership owners, sub-dealers, and authorized distributors (collectively referred to as 'Resellers') of ME BIKE across India. It governs all sales channels, including physical retail showrooms, independent e-commerce platforms, and third-party marketplaces.
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3.0 Pricing Guidelines
3.1 Designation of MAP: The Minimum Advertised Price for each ME BIKE model is established by the corporate office and communicated via the official price list.
3.2 Advertising Restrictions: Resellers are strictly prohibited from advertising any ME BIKE product at a price lower than the established MAP.
3.3 Definition of 'Advertised Price': This encompasses all public-facing communication, including but not limited to online listings, social media promotions, print media, email marketing, and paid search advertisements.
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4.0 Prohibited Actions and Tactics
4.1 Indirect Discounts: Offering rebates, coupons, or incentives that effectively reduce the advertised price below MAP is not permitted.
4.2 Bundling: Bundling ME BIKE products with third-party accessories or services in a manner that devalues the core vehicle price below MAP is prohibited.
4.3 Evasive Tactics: The use of 'strikethrough' pricing, countdown timers, or 'hidden price' features (e.g., 'Add to cart for price') to circumvent MAP is considered a violation.
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5.0 Authorized Exceptions
5.1 Promotional Campaigns: From time to time, ME BIKE may authorize temporary promotional periods where advertising below MAP is permitted. These will be communicated in writing.
5.2 Discontinued Models: Resellers may request written approval for clearance pricing on discontinued or end-of-life models.
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6.0 Monitoring and Enforcement
ME BIKE actively monitors all sales channels to ensure compliance. Violations will result in the following disciplinary actions:
• First Violation: Formal written warning and immediate correction requirement.
• Second Violation: Suspension of product supply for a specified period (typically 30-90 days).
• Third Violation: Immediate termination of the Authorized Dealer agreement.
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7.0 Contact and Inquiries
For any inquiries regarding the interpretation or enforcement of this MAP policy, please contact our legal and compliance desk at: info@mebikeindia.com
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