Does photo decoding work on VINs stamped on the engine block?

Yes, as long as the characters are legible. The camera auto-focuses and the AI recognizes even partially marked VINs.

Which brands are supported?

All brands sold in North America: GM, Ford, Stellantis, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai/Kia, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, plus all European brands (BMW, Mercedes, Audi, VW, Volvo) and luxury brands.

Is the scanned VIN saved?

Yes, in your shop history (Pro plan) so you can resume conversations on the same vehicle later. Your data stays private and hosted in Canada.

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