Tired of manually typing in Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs)? Errors in VIN entry can lead to costly mistakes and wasted time. Stop struggling with manual processes and embrace the efficiency of a Car Barcode Scanner App like Carbly. Speed up your vehicle processing, from appraisals to inventory management, simply by pointing your smartphone camera.
Say Goodbye to Manual VIN Entry Forever
Carbly’s integrated car barcode scanner app leverages advanced text recognition technology to automatically identify VINs from various sources. This means you can effortlessly and accurately capture VINs from printed documents, barcodes, and even directly from vehicle dashboards. Eliminate human error and drastically reduce the time spent on data entry.
Advanced Text Recognition (OCR) for VIN Capture
Carbly employs cutting-edge Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to pinpoint VINs within dense text. Extract VINs seamlessly from paper documents, digital emails, text messages, and more. No more tedious manual searching and typing – just instant, accurate VIN capture.
Lightning-Fast Barcode Scanning for VINs
Obtain vehicle details instantly and accurately by scanning VIN barcodes with Carbly. Our car barcode scanner app is designed for speed and precision, making vehicle identification effortless and streamlined.
Unlock Full Vehicle Details with a Scan
Once you’ve scanned the VIN using Carbly, unlock a wealth of information about the vehicle. Access everything from detailed appraisal data to comprehensive CARFAX vehicle history reports. Make informed decisions faster with all the essential vehicle information at your fingertips.
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See the Car Barcode Scanner App in Action
Discover the power and efficiency of Carbly’s car barcode scanner app in our summary video below. Experience firsthand how our best-in-class technology minimizes errors and optimizes your workflow.
Carbly’s VIN scanner excels in diverse conditions, utilizing sophisticated technology to deliver rapid and reliable results. We support a wide range of barcode formats, including Code 39 and Code 128, alongside advanced text recognition capabilities. Carbly is readily available for both iOS and Android platforms and is exclusively designed for licensed auto dealers.
For a personalized demonstration of Carbly and its features, please contact us at (800) 996-4028 or via email at [email protected].
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Understanding VIN Numbers: A Quick Guide
While Carbly’s car barcode scanner app handles VIN decoding seamlessly, understanding the structure of a VIN can be insightful. Each digit reveals crucial information about the vehicle.
Decoding VIN Digits: Origin and Manufacturer
The initial digits of a VIN pinpoint the vehicle’s country of origin. The first digit, and sometimes the second, identifies the manufacturing country. Here’s a glimpse at some country codes:
United States: 1, 4, 5
Canada: 2
Mexico: 3
Australia: 6A-6W
Japan: J
Korea: K
UK: SA-SM
France: VF-VR
Switzerland: T
Germany: SN-ST, W
Sweden: YS-YW
Spain: VS-VW
Italy: Z
Digits 2 and 3 further specify the vehicle manufacturer. Examples of manufacturer codes include:
Audi: AU, A1
BMW: BA, BS, BW, BY, US
Buick: G4
Dodge: B3
Chevrolet: G1
Chrysler: C3, C4, C6
Ferrari: FF
Fiat: FA
Ford: FA, FB, FC, FD, FM
Honda: 1H, JH
Hyundai: KM
Jaguar: AJ
Jeep: J4, J8
Lamborghini: HW
Land Rover: AL
Lotus: CC
Mazda: MZ, 4F
Mercedes: DB
Mitsubishi: MB, MY
Nissan: JN
Porsche: P0, P1
Toyota: JT
Volkswagen: VW
Volvo: V1, V2, V3, V4
Vehicle Specifications and Validation
Digits 4 through 8 detail specific vehicle configurations. The ninth digit is a check digit, crucial for VIN validation and ensuring accurate data processing by computer systems.
Year and Assembly Details
The tenth VIN digit indicates the vehicle’s year of manufacture, using a letter-based code starting with ‘A’ for 1980. Position eleven reveals the assembly plant where the vehicle was manufactured, a manufacturer-specific designation.
Unique Vehicle Identifier
The final six digits of the VIN serve as the unique serial number, definitively identifying each individual vehicle.
Carbly’s car barcode scanner app for both iPhone and Android platforms provides instant VIN barcode reading and decoding. Simply center the barcode, and Carbly swiftly deciphers the VIN, retrieves vehicle specifications, and delivers detailed appraisal and vehicle history reports.1
This scanner is just one of the many convenient tools integrated within Carbly, designed to provide you with precise vehicle appraisals, facilitate vehicle transactions with other dealers, and expand your professional network for efficient inventory management.
1 To utilize appraisals, you’ll require an active Carbly account (including a free trial). Vehicle history reports necessitate an existing CARFAX account.
Quick Guide to Locating Your Car’s VIN Barcode
Need to scan a VIN but unsure where to find it? Start by checking the driver’s side windshield from outside the vehicle. Look at the base of the windshield on the dashboard for a small metal plate, which typically displays the VIN and often a barcode.
If you don’t spot it there, open the driver’s side door and inspect the door post. The VIN is frequently located near the tire pressure and weight specification sticker.
Another place to check is the driver’s side door itself, near the door latch. Sometimes the VIN is directly affixed to the door in this area.
Lastly, if you’re unable to locate the VIN on the vehicle, you can always find it on your insurance documentation or vehicle title.
