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CARTRIA™

CARTRIA™ FAQs

CARTRIA™ is a Game-Changer in the Vehicle History Report Industry, offering comprehensive vehicle history reports as detailed as Carfax and AutoCheck AT FOR THE EVERYDAY LOW PRICE OF JUST $7 PER REPORT!

For the auto industry, Bulk Pricing is Available.- Save More on Volume Purchases.  CARTRIA™ delivers comprehensive vehicle history reports at a price. Whether you're managing inventory, assessing risk, or building customer trust, our reports provide the insights you need—at a major savings compared to Carfax and AutoCheck.

For more information, please call us at 877-CAR-VIN0 (227-8460) or contact us via email support@cartria.com.

  1. Visit cartria.com and view a sample report.
  2. Enter your 17-digit VIN or license plate and state for the vehicle you want to check.
  3. Click "Search." If the vehicle shown is incorrect, click "No, It's Not My Vehicle" and try again. If the correct vehicle appears, click "Yes, I’m Looking for This Vehicle."
  4. Proceed to checkout and click "Place Order."
  5. Does CARTRIA™ offer a basic report for free?
    No, CARTRIA™does not provide teaser or basic reports. We deliver a fully comprehensive, detailed 10 page vehicle history report with ALL THE FACTS YOU NEED for just $7, ensuring you have all the critical information you need in one clear, upfront report.

CARTRIA™ is powered by a trusted automotive industry partner with over 15 years of experience providing reliable data services to individuals and businesses. Utilizing innovative AI technology, records are  meticulously verified to ensure each vehicle’s unique VIN history is thoroughly checked. Our reports are generated in real-time, extracting information directly from Federal and State databases, including State Departments of Motor Vehicles records. To ensure credibility and accuracy, the data is cross referenced  from a wide range of sources, including DMV and MTO records, insurance agencies, auction houses, dealerships, financial institutions for liens and loans, police impound records, and more. This comprehensive approach delivers detailed, trustworthy vehicle history reports you can rely on.

For buyers, having a vehicle's history report is crucial. It provides valuable insights into the car's past, including accident records, mileage accuracy, title status, and potential liens, ensuring transparency and protecting against hidden issues. With this knowledge in hand, buyers can confidently evaluate a vehicle's true value and negotiate effectively, avoiding surprises that could lead to costly repairs or future complications. Being informed beforehand also allows buyers to identify red flags and make smarter decisions, ultimately saving time, money, and stress during the car-buying process.

For sellers, providing a verified vehicle history report offers significant advantages. It builds trust with potential buyers by demonstrating transparency and professionalism, increasing the likelihood of a successful sale. A documented history also adds credibility to the seller's claims, helping to justify the asking price and creating a smoother negotiation process. Additionally, it protects the seller from potential disputes or misunderstandings in the future, ensuring a secure and hassle-free transaction. This proactive approach benefits both parties and creates a foundation for a confident and seamless deal.

A vehicle history report remains valid indefinitely unless updates or amendments are required.

Since vehicle history reports do not include any personal information, they can be freely shared by sellers in bulk. Sellers often provide these reports as URLs on social media platforms or classified websites such as eBay, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and other similar sites, making the process convenient and transparent for potential buyers.

CARTRIA™ encourages users to downloadand  evaluate our sample vehicle history report:

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-digit code assigned to every vehicle by the manufacturer. It serves as the vehicle's fingerprint, containing essential information about its origin and specifications. However, VINs are not always complete or comprehensive, as they rely on the data provided by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Here's what a VIN can typically tell you:

a) The location where your vehicle was manufactured and where it is currently registered.
b) The identity of the vehicle manufacturer, along with the model and detailed specifications.
c) Key details such as the serial number, body type, chassis number, model, transmission, engine type, and other specifications.
d) The manufacturer’s security code.
e) The specific manufacturing plant where the vehicle was produced.
f) The vehicle's unique serial number or production line series.

Understanding your VIN is critical for accessing accurate vehicle history and specifications, but it's important to note that the information available may vary depending on the OEM's data.

Verifying your unique 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is essential in the used car sales market, where millions of vehicles are sold across North America. With high profit margins on each sale, the market is often targeted by fraudsters who manipulate VIN numbers to sell junked, total loss, reconstructed, or lower-value vehicles at inflated prices. VIN tampering can also lead to the duplication of your vehicle for illegal or criminal activities, putting you at risk. By verifying your VIN, you can ensure the authenticity of the vehicle and obtain a solid, reliable history report. This not only protects you from scams but also enhances the value of your vehicle in the competitive used car market.

All vehicle manufacturers across North America are required by state and federal laws to assign a unique 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to every vehicle they produce. Without a valid and verified VIN, you cannot legally prove ownership of your vehicle. Please see our VIN Location diagram.

A vehicle history report should include all essential and relevant details about a vehicle. A quality report provides specifications and highlights any manufacturer faults. A complete history report covers ownership history, service records, lien status, accident records, salvage status, and previous sales history. A comprehensive report goes further, offering details on weather damage, open recalls, warranty coverage, and insurance history.

A reliable vehicle history report incorporates verified data from federal and state databases, ensuring accuracy. It also includes minor yet crucial details, such as clean history or state transfers, to provide a complete picture of your vehicle's past. A great report is recognized by trusted organizations like NADA, NMVTIS, DMV, MTO, KBB, and Edmunds, and is valid across North America.

Across North America, there are numerous manufacturer plants located in cities, counties, states, and districts. The unique 17-digit VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) contains critical information about a vehicle’s location and manufacturing history. When a vehicle is transferred from one state to another for use or sale, its history report may be updated based on the laws and regulations of the new state. However, the history associated with the previous state may become hidden or lost, resulting in what is referred to as a “clean vehicle history record.”

A clean history record can obscure important details such as mileage, open recalls, salvage status, accident history, stolen reports, outstanding liens, and weather damage. To avoid potential risks, it is essential to obtain a vehicle history before you buy or sell a used car.

It is normal for a vehicle owner and a new used car seller to doubt their existing vehicle history report. To find out if your vehicle history report is legitimate or not you can check the below-mentioned points to see if your current vehicle history report does or does not have this vital information. It is to be noted that a comprehensive CARTRIA™ ™ Vehicle History Report employs more than 50 verification factors for authentication of each and every vehicle. Some of the most important factors are listed as under:

  • Outstanding lien and loan records.
  • Open recalls.
  • Weather damages.
  • Accident history.
  • Theft/stolen history.
  • Transfer of state.
  • Clean vehicle history.
  • Arson/ fire damages.
  • Regular repair and maintenance records.
  • Accessories and upgrades records.
  • Past ownership history.
  • Flood/water damage records.
  • Salvage, junked, or total loss records.
  • Police compound and repossession records.
  • Auctions and previous sales history.
  • Insurance and warranty claim.
  • Title brands.
  • Odometer, mileage verification.
  • Original documents verification.