Wikipedia:Files for deletion/Replaceable fair use/File:80EagleDriveTrain.jpg


 * The following discussion is an archived debate of the proposed deletion of a fair use image as a replaceable image. Please do not modify it. 

The result was to delete the image.

It is disputed whether or not this image violates our non-free content criteria.

The reason given is: This is not an image of a car. it illustrates the 4WD drivetrain components of an actual volume production automobile that is significant in the history of "all-wheel-drive" vehicles. This design has been copied by other manufacturers, thus making the image historically important for readers to see. The policy states that "some copyrighted images may be used on Wikipedia, providing they meet both the legal criteria for fair use" and this image meets the criteria that "promotional material: Posters, programs, billboards, ads. For critical commentary" because this design is discussed in the Wikipedia articles. Moreover, the image was freely provided by American Motors in its publicity kit distributed widely in August 1979. This image (in higher resolution) was published in numerous publications at that time, as well as in recent articles. As far as a "free" replacement is concerned, it is very unlikely that a vehicle can be taken apart to leave these mechanical components as pictured in this image. It is possible to trace this image to create a new "slightly different" edited (free) replacement, but that "recreation" would be a major transgression of rights. For the purpose of integrity, as well as the interests of historical accuracy and the goals of Wikipedia, this image should remain and qualify under the "has rationale" for "non-free fair use in the appropriate article (Four-wheel drive and AMC Eagle).   Specific items as enumerated in Wikipedia:Non-free content criteria

1. No free equivalent — This image is not a picture of a car, but just the "X-ray" view of the four-wheel drive components and suspension system that make it impossible to stage for a photograph. 2. Respect for commercial opportunities — this image is not used in a manner that is likely to replace the original market role of the original copyrighted media. 3. (a) Minimal use — This is the only image that is used and it is necessary to illustrate the design. (b) Resolution/fidelity — this is a low-resolution image. 4. Previous publication — This image has been published in numerous automotive magazines, as well as other popular press outlets. 5. Content — This image meets general Wikipedia content requirements and it is encyclopedic. 6. Media-specific policy — The image meets Wikipedia's media-specific policy. 7. One-article minimum — This image is used in two articles. 8. Significance — This image significantly increases readers' understanding of the topic, and its omission would be detrimental to that understanding. It would also require a considerable amount of by text to describe the drivetrain design. 9. Restrictions on location — This image is used only in the article namespace 10. Image description page contains the following: * (a) Proper attribution of the source of the material * (b) An appropriate fair-use tag indicating which Wikipedia policy provision permitting the use is claimed. * (c) The names of the two articles in which fair use is claimed for this image, as well as a separate fair use rationale for each use of it. The rationale is also presented in clear, plain language, and is relevant to each use.

Thank you — CZmarlin 03:47, 6 August 2007 (UTC)

Closing admin comment - This is a technical drawing. It is inherently replaceable - its just needs someone to redraw it. Therefore fairuse use is not met.{Spartaz Humbug! 19:49, 12 August 2007 (UTC)
 * The above discussion is preserved as an archive of the debate. Please do not modify it.