Originally Posted By: Superflan
In Europe, you enter plate number and it leads to the vehicle model via the manufacturer type. On every parts or oil websites. It’s been years. Same at the local parts stores
I'd be unhappy about DMVs sharing information with parts companies. The VINs, on the other hand, can be relevant, especially if something switches in the middle of a model year, not to mention being able to assist those who have no idea what size engine they have.