XML VIN Decoding Web Service

VINdecode API, offered by VINquery.com, is a tool that allows for seamless integration of a VIN decoding database into various products, services, or solutions. According to the vendor, this API provides a simple and affordable solution for real-time decoding of Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs). It is designed to cater to businesses of all sizes, including those in the automotive industry, insurance industry, vehicle dealerships, vehicle manufacturers, and automotive software development.

Key Features

Seamless Integration: According to the vendor, VINdecode API offers a seamless integration process, allowing users to easily incorporate a VIN decoding database into their applications within minutes.

Real-Time VIN Decoding: VINdecode API enables users to obtain real-time vehicle information by sending HTTP requests with a VIN number. The data is then received in XML/Json format for further processing, as per the vendor's claims.

Comprehensive Database: The VINdecode Database, according to the vendor, contains extensive information on passenger cars and light-duty pickup trucks manufactured for the US and Canada markets from 1981 to present. It covers over 70 makes, 1450 models, and 21200 trim levels.

Technical Specifications: Users can access technical specifications of vehicles, including engine type, transmission, driveline, tank capacity, fuel economy, anti-brake system, steering type, brake types, suspension, tire information, interior dimensions, exterior dimensions, weight, seating capacity, towing capacity, and payload capacity, as claimed by the vendor.

Equipment Information: VINdecode API provides detailed information on various equipment and features of vehicles, covering areas such as anti-theft and locks, braking and traction, safety features, climate control, interior features, entertainment and communication, seat options, storage options, exterior lighting, exterior features, tires and wheels, mirrors and windows, wipers, towing equipment, and more, according to the vendor.

Data Coverage: The VINdecode Database covers passenger cars and light-duty pickup trucks in the United States and Canada, with model years ranging from 1981 to 2023 (2022/2023 in progress), as claimed by the vendor. The database is said to be constantly growing with new information being added daily.

Multiple Data Feeds: Users have the flexibility to choose from four different data feeds: Lite Data, Basic Data, Standard Data, and Extended Data. Each feed contains a varying number of data items, allowing users to select the level of detail they require, according to the vendor.

Programming Language and Platform Independence: VINdecode API is designed to be programming language and platform independent, making it compatible with a wide range of applications and systems, as claimed by the vendor.

Data Processing Flexibility: The vendor states that the retrieved data from VINdecode API can be processed into any desired form, enabling users to tailor the information according to their specific needs.