Marketing and Advertising Definitions
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      What Is a VIN?

      The VIN is the Vehicle Identification Number.

      Every vehicle has a VIN. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is unique to every vehicle. 

      Characteristics of Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs)

      • A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) contains 17 characters.

      • A squish VIN is a condensed version with 11 characters, excluding the 9th digit.

      • VINs help dealerships check for:
        • Recalls
        • Registrations
        • Warranty status
        • Theft records
        • Insurance details
      • VINs provide key vehicle information, including:
        • Country of origin
        • Engine size
        • Model year
        • Vehicle type
        • Trim level, and more.