About
CarNet.AI is a specialized automotive computer vision API developed by OneStar OU, designed to recognize the make, model, generation, color, and angle of vehicles from images with over 97% accuracy. The API was trained on a broad dataset and tested against 1,000 random car images sourced from used-car websites, achieving a correct identification rate of 970+ per 1,000 images. The catalog currently spans 300 car brands and more than 3,100 models, covering most vehicles manufactured since 1995. Beyond standard recognition, CarNet.AI can be fully customized to focus on specific makes, models, colors, or camera angles — and can be tuned for high-performance use cases upon request. Access is quota-based, priced by daily request limits and per-second rate limits. A free tier is available for personal projects, educational use, or public-facing applications that include an attribution link to CarNet.AI. The API powers real-world products including the Car Hunters mobile game, PlatesMania.com (a vehicle registration plate database), and divrt.co (a parking management platform). CarNet.AI is best suited for developers and businesses building automotive apps, parking systems, used-car marketplaces, insurance tools, traffic analytics platforms, or any product that needs fast and reliable vehicle identification from images.
Key Features
- Make, Model & Generation Recognition: Accurately identifies the make, model, and generation of vehicles from images, covering cars manufactured since 1995.
- 97%+ Accuracy: Validated against 1,000 real-world car images sourced from used-car websites, achieving a 97%+ correct identification rate.
- Color & Angle Detection: In addition to vehicle identity, the API detects the car's color and the camera angle of the image.
- Extensive Vehicle Catalog: Spans 300 car brands and over 3,100 models, with ongoing catalog expansion.
- Custom API Solutions: Fully customizable for specific makes, models, colors, angles, or high-performance requirements to suit unique business needs.
Use Cases
- Automotive mobile games that challenge players to identify or spot specific car makes and models in the real world
- Parking management platforms that use vehicle recognition to automate booking, access control, and usage analytics
- Used car marketplaces and listing platforms that auto-tag vehicle photos with make, model, and generation metadata
- Vehicle registration and license plate databases that need to cross-reference car images with model data
- Insurance and fleet management tools that identify vehicles from photos for claims processing or asset tracking
Pros
- Industry-Leading Accuracy: At 97%+, the model delivers highly reliable results suitable for production automotive applications.
- Free Tier Available: Personal, educational, and public-facing projects can access the API for free under qualifying conditions.
- Broad Vehicle Coverage: With 300 brands and 3,100+ models dating back to 1995, the catalog supports a wide range of global automotive use cases.
- Customizable for Specific Needs: The API can be tailored to detect specific subsets of vehicles, colors, or positions for specialized applications.
Cons
- Limited to Post-1995 Vehicles: The catalog primarily covers cars manufactured from 1995 onward, which may be a gap for classic or vintage vehicle use cases.
- Opaque Pricing: Exact pricing figures are not publicly listed and require direct contact, making cost estimation difficult upfront.
- Contact Required for Access: API access must be requested via a contact form rather than through an instant self-serve sign-up process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get access to the CarNet.AI API?
Access is granted by contacting the CarNet.AI team via the contact form on their website. They will respond and provide API credentials.
How many car models can CarNet.AI recognize?
CarNet.AI can recognize any model in its catalog, which currently includes data on 300 car brands and over 3,100 models.
How is CarNet.AI priced?
Pricing is based on two factors: the daily request quota (how many API requests per day) and the rate limit (maximum requests per second). Refer to the pricing table on the website or contact the team for specific quotes.
Is there a free tier available?
Yes. Free access is available if you are using the API for a personal or educational project, or if your project is publicly available and includes a clearly visible, active link back to the CarNet.AI website.
Can CarNet.AI be customized for specific use cases?
Yes. The team can build custom API solutions tailored to recognize specific car models, colors, or positions, and can also develop high-performance versions for demanding applications.
