Auto.dev API v1 Documentation

The original Auto.dev API providing essential automotive data including VIN decoding, vehicle listings, plate lookups, and comprehensive vehicle intelligence.

Quick Start

Get started with Auto.dev API v1:

Sign up for an account
Get your API key from your dashboard
Make your first call
Explore the APIs below to find what you need

Endpoints

Core Vehicle Data

Models

Get available vehicle makes and models in our database

VIN Decode

Decode any VIN to access comprehensive vehicle specifications and data

Plate-to-VIN

Convert US license plates to VIN numbers with make, model, and year data

Vehicle Listings & Market Data

Vehicle Listings

Access vehicle inventory listings with pricing, photos, and dealer information

Vehicle Intelligence

Get pricing history, sales data, and market intelligence for specific vehicles

Location & Utility Data

Cities

Get comprehensive city data organized by state for location-based queries

ZIP Lookup

Convert ZIP codes to location data including coordinates and market information

Autosuggest

Get type-ahead suggestions for vehicle makes and models

API Base URL

All v1 API endpoints use the base URL:

https://www.auto.dev/api/

Need Help?

Getting Started Guide - Complete setup walkthrough
API Reference - Detailed endpoint documentation

Overview