The issues we address
Electric vehicle transactions involve more than the purchase of a vehicle. Importers, dealers and fleet operators need clear arrangements for battery performance, replacement parts, software support, servicing and responsibility when a vehicle develops a fault.
Charging projects also require attention to the site, installation responsibilities, electricity arrangements, maintenance and liability.
Bridgeway Legal advises on the commercial agreements and Nigerian legal requirements relevant to these activities.
Our services cover
- Electric vehicle supply, import, distribution and dealership agreements.
- Fleet purchase, leasing and maintenance contracts.
- Battery warranty, repair, replacement and after-sales provisions.
- Allocation of responsibility between manufacturers, importers, dealers and service providers.
- Charging-site leases, installation agreements and operating arrangements.
- Review of applicable import, product-standard, consumer-protection and environmental requirements.
- Legal assessment of electricity supply and charging arrangements, including approvals applicable to the proposed operating model.
- Disputes concerning defective vehicles, delivery delays, warranty claims or contractual performance.
How the engagement works
We first identify whether the project concerns vehicle imports, sales, fleet use, assembly or charging infrastructure. We review the proposed contracts and operating arrangements, identify the legal issues requiring attention and agree the documentation or advisory work.
Technical questions concerning vehicle safety, battery condition and electrical installation require assessment by qualified specialists.
Initial enquiry
Please identify the proposed activity, the parties involved and the stage of the project. For an existing dispute, include a brief description of the problem and any approaching contractual deadline.