Lets talk for a second. First of all why don't you tell us a little about the company you represent. Before I start sending any money anywhere I, and everyone else, would like to know some details.
First of all, this forum is a community. Without its members there is no forum, it is simply frames of empty information. So it would seem deception and lies will get no one anywhere.
Second. As a web designer I decoded
www.autoforums.com and found mistakes and flaws in your code. I hope you do not intent to incorporate these into this web site.
Third. I was considering becoming a contributor, yet I find myself wondering to whom my money will be going to. Perhaps some more information on a root company and gaurantees that I wont be seeing advertisements plastered over my screen is in order.
As our new forum 'leader' it is important to talk to your members, make yourself know and provide some information to put your members at ease. You and I both know you didn't start this relationship off very good, don't dig yourself into a deeper hole.