database for vehicle makes and models

[csutton]

Hey everyone,

I was hoping maybe someone in here could lend a hand. I'm trying to locate a database that is populated with information for all vehicle makes and models. I need to add this type of search to a website, so I was curious if anyone knows where this information may reside.

I'm not looking for vehicle values or anything like that, just a database with a list of manufacturers and the makes, years, styles, etc

Thanks

Chris Sutton

http://www.ruoktech.com

 

[jmeckley]

try searching for "automotive web service" or "automotive api" or something along those lines.

you could check if carfax or a similar site has an API to access this kind of infomration. example: you pass the make, model and year and it returns a list of results.

there may be a fee for this kind of access though. this type of information is very profitable.

I would adive you not to populate your database with all this information. 1. it's alot of data that someone else is providing for you. 2. you would need to run regular maintainence routines to stay current.

Jason Meckley
Programmer
Specialty Bakers, Inc.

 

[csutton]

Thanks Jason... I tried these searches, however nothing is really coming up that is relevant...

I don't mind paying for it for the most part, but I'd like to find a list.. similar to those services that offer zip code products...

thanks again

Chris Sutton

http://www.ruoktech.com

 

[ca8msm]

Alternatively, look at the source code for an existing site that provides this functionality.


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[csutton]

Well that was my other option.. and was looking to do that but I was hoping for something that is subscription based and/or updated properly...

Chris Sutton

http://www.ruoktech.com