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Vehicle-data guides, real-world use cases, and product updates

Everything we're learning about VINs, plates, and building on the CarsXE API — alongside deep-dive use cases and SDK walkthroughs.

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ADAS Safe × CarsXE

How ADAS Safe uses CarsXE Specifications and Images APIs to document repairs, save time on every job, and power Track.

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Introducing One Time Report

An instant PDF vehicle report by VIN, plate, or YMM for a flat $5 — no CarsXE account or API key required.

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Integration Guides

Integrate the API in your stack

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Python

Introducing the Python SDK

Async-first VIN decoding, market value, history and recalls for any Python app.

Introducing the Python SDK
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Introducing the PHP SDK

PHP 8.1+ client built on Guzzle for Laravel, Symfony and plain PHP apps.

Introducing the PHP SDK
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CarsXE CLI

Introducing the CarsXE CLI

Query VINs, plates, market value, recalls and more straight from your terminal.

Introducing the CarsXE CLI
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Ultimate Guide to Vehicle Safety Ratings APIs
vehicle safety ratingsJanuary 19, 2026

Ultimate Guide to Vehicle Safety Ratings APIs

Compare NHTSA and IIHS ratings, integrate VIN-decoded data, and use CarsXE or NHTSA APIs for crash tests, recalls, and safety features.

Ultimate Guide to Vehicle Safety Ratings APIs
5 Tips for VIN API Integration
VIN APIJanuary 18, 2026

5 Tips for VIN API Integration

Secure, speed up, and scale VIN API integrations with tips on authentication, caching, error retries, VIN validation, and usage monitoring.

5 Tips for VIN API Integration
How Mutual Authentication Secures Vehicle Data APIs
mutual tlsJanuary 17, 2026

How Mutual Authentication Secures Vehicle Data APIs

Explains how mutual TLS (mTLS) protects vehicle data APIs through two-way certificate verification, blocking unauthorized access, MITM and token replay.

How Mutual Authentication Secures Vehicle Data APIs
Geofencing API Integration: Developer Guide
geofencing APIJanuary 16, 2026

Geofencing API Integration: Developer Guide

Step-by-step guide to Android geofencing: permissions, geofence setup, event handling, persistence, and integrating vehicle data APIs for actionable alerts.

Geofencing API Integration: Developer Guide
How OBD Data Powers Predictive Analytics
OBD dataJanuary 15, 2026

How OBD Data Powers Predictive Analytics

Explains how OBD-II data and machine learning enable predictive maintenance, fuel optimization, and risk assessment for fleets and insurers.

How OBD Data Powers Predictive Analytics
Engine Performance Analyzer
engine performance analyzerJanuary 14, 2026

Engine Performance Analyzer

Analyze your car's engine performance with our free tool! Input horsepower, torque, and weight to get key metrics like power-to-weight ratio.

Engine Performance Analyzer
Tire Size Converter
tire size converterJanuary 13, 2026

Tire Size Converter

Easily convert tire sizes between metric and imperial with our free tool. Find compatible replacements and key dimensions in seconds!

Tire Size Converter
Fuel Cost Estimator
fuel cost calculatorJanuary 12, 2026

Fuel Cost Estimator

Estimate fuel costs for your trip or commute with our easy Fuel Cost Estimator. Input distance, efficiency, and fuel price for instant results!

Fuel Cost Estimator
Car Loan Calculator
car loan calculatorJanuary 11, 2026

Car Loan Calculator

Calculate your car loan payments with our easy tool! Enter loan amount, interest rate, and term to see monthly costs and total interest. Try it now!

Car Loan Calculator