ARI uses 2 different ways to get vehicle info based on VIN. The first is by using the NHTSA database, and when that fails, the app defaults to CarFax. Here’s how to decode a VIN with ARI and Carfax
If the VIN is found, you will be prompted with a message to import the data in your current vehicle session.
One of the most sought-after features of ARI is the ability to read and decode license plates. This works mostly with vehicles produced in the US and Canada, however, CarFax is expanding to Europe as well. Here’s how to get vehicle info based on its license plate
If the license plate exists in the CarFax database, then you will be prompted to import all that data into your current vehicle session.
The most valuable feature of CarFax is the service history report. The service history of a car consists of any maintenance work done on a vehicle, regardless of the frequency, difficulty, or cost. This is crucial info for both the car owner and the mechanic. If you want to do a proper repair on a vehicle, then it’s imperative you know what other parts have been previously serviced.
If the vehicle’s VIN is found on the CarFax database, then you will be prompted with all the service history of that vehicle. This data can include everything from oil changes and tire replacement to complex engine work or body restoration. You can also see the mileage and the time/date the service was performed.
Although you can always contact us for more info about this integration between ARI and Carfax, you can also find answers to some of the most common questions below.
CarFax has very high standards when it comes to the quality of the data they present on the reports. That is why it’s possible that some of your data may not be accepted.
You need to be a subscribed user in order to use the CarFax vehicle report option. Otherwise, you don’t have to pay extra per report.
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