About VINState

We turn fragmented vehicle data into structured, readable information. Through VIN decoding, data aggregation and developer-friendly APIs, we help owners, dealers and engineers quickly understand a vehicle's history and specifications.

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1M+
VINs decoded
99%
Data availability
24/7
Uptime
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What we do

  • VIN decoding - identify vehicle make, model, production year and core specifications.
  • Vehicle history (recalls and maintenance) - currently not available; this is on our roadmap after we secure reliable data sources.
  • Developer API - available for self-service access with public pricing, docs, API keys, and usage tracking.

Vision

Make vehicle condition assessment simple and trusted — build a global, reliable VIN data layer.

Mission

Deliver high-quality data and friendly tools so users can make smarter buying and maintenance decisions.

Values

Transparency, data-driven engineering, user first.

Milestones

  1. 2023

    Project Initiation

    Project started: initial research, data collection, and prototype development for VIN decoding features.

  2. 2025

    Website Launch

    Public launch of VINState website. Current functionality includes free VIN lookup and self-service VIN API access.

  3. Now

    Core VIN Lookup

    Users can query a VIN to get the vehicle's identity and technical specifications. Developers can also access the VIN API with API keys, plans, and credits.

Get Involved

Partners • Contributors • Careers

Partnerships & Data

Looking to provide data, integrate services, or partner? We’re actively seeking reliable data sources and platform partners to enrich vehicle history and recall information.

  • Manufacturer / OEM data feeds
  • Official recall sources
  • Repair shops & service networks

Contribute or Join

If you're a developer, data engineer, or product person interested in collaborating or joining, we'd love to hear from you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a VIN?
A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique string used to identify a specific vehicle and record its production details.
How do I use the API?
Create a free account, generate an API key in the console, then send authenticated requests to GET /api/v1/vin/{vin}. Public docs and pricing are available from the main navigation.
Do you offer enterprise plans?
We offer bulk data ingestion, SLA-backed plans and dedicated support. Reach out via the contact information below.