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NHTSA API

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Overview

NHTSA Product Information Catalog and Vehicle Listing

NHTSA is a vehicle API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS.

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Unknown
Category
Vehicle

Questions

Does the NHTSA API need an API key?

No. The NHTSA API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.

Does the NHTSA API support HTTPS?

Yes, the NHTSA API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the NHTSA API?

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