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DocumentationComprehensive automotive data API for VIN decoding, license plate lookup, vehicle listings, and more. Build automotive applications with reliable, real-time data. Average response time under 200ms with global CDN distribution 99.9% uptime SLA with enterprise-grade security and encryption Always up-to-date information from trusted automotive databases Support for vehicles from 50+ countries with local regulations Get Started in MinutesRequestcurl -X GET \
"https://api.carapi.dev/v1/vin-decode/WBAKU210X00R62021?token=YOUR_API_KEY"
Response{
"vin": "WBAKU210X00R62021",
"specifications": {
"make": "BMW",
"model": "X6",
"fuel": "petrol",
"transmission": "automatic",
"enginePower": 225,
"enginePowerUnit": "kW",
"bodyStyle": "SUV",
"drivetrain": "ALL_WHEEL_DRIVE",
"color": "GRAY",
"registrationDate": "2016-05-04T00:00:00.000Z"
},
"manufacturer": {
"name": "BMW AG",
"region": "Europe",
"country": "Germany"
},
"features": [
{ "name": "ABS", "category": "SAFETY_SYSTEM" },
{ "name": "ADAPTIVE_CRUISE_CONTROL", "category": "ASSISTANCE_SYSTEM" },
{ "name": "PARKING_CAMERA", "category": "ASSISTANCE_SYSTEM" }
],
"plateNumber": null
}
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"resetDate": "2025-10-14T16:27:07.177Z"
}
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