Available on the App Store Manage Vehicles
Manage Vehicles
from
Your iPhone
Instantly look up any car by license plate or VIN to access OEM specs, auction history (Copart, IAAI, Manheim), NHTSA recalls, accidents, NMVTIS title brands, damages, photos, market value, odometer history, and more.
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iOS Features
Built for iPhone & iPad
Whether you're running a tow operation, managing a dealership lot, or growing a mobile mechanic business - Plate Lookup gives you the tools to do it all from your iPhone.
Know the Vehicle Before You Touch It
VIN & Plate Scanner
Scan any license plate or VIN and get the full picture in seconds - OEM specs, title brands, accident history, open recalls, auction records, and market value. No manual entry, no switching apps, no guessing.
- ⚡Built for the field.
- Tow operators identify unknowns at the scene. Dealers appraise trade-ins on the spot. Mechanics pull OEM specs before lifting a wrench - all without typing a single character.
Every Scan Pins the Vehicle's Location
Location Tracking
Every scan automatically logs where the vehicle is - no form to fill, just enabled it in your settings. Rescan when it moves and the table updates instantly.
At the end of the day, you have a full record of every vehicle, where it was, and when.
- 📍Shared across your whole team.
- Give your staff access and every scan feeds into a shared live table — across locations, across shifts.
Camera & Inspections
Photos, Damages and Inspections
Document every vehicle before and after the job. Timestamped photos, damage marked on a visual diagram, and a structured multi-point inspection - all stored against the vehicle record.
When a dispute comes up, you have everything you need.
- 📋Share with customers. Get signatures.
- Send inspection reports directly to the customer and request a digital signature — right from the app, before the work begins.
Payments
Turn Your iPhone into a Payment Terminal
Accept contactless payments on the spot - customers tap their card or phone directly to your iPhone. Or send a payment link via text and let them pay from anywhere.
No card reader, no extra hardware, no friction.
- 🔒Invoices, subscriptions, and one-time payments.
- Create itemized invoices, set payment terms, and collect via card or ACH — all managed from your phone.
Requires iOS 16.0 or later · Compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
FAQ
Questions about the iPhone App
Is Plate Lookup free on iPhone?
Yes, Plate Lookup is free to download on the App Store. The app includes free lookups and an optional subscription for unlimited vehicle history reports, auction records, recalls, and all premium features.
What iPhone models are supported?
Plate Lookup requires iOS 16.0 or later and runs on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It is fully optimized for all modern iPhone models including iPhone 16, 15, 14, 13, 12, and SE.
Does Plate Lookup work on iPad?
Yes. Plate Lookup has native iPad support with a layout designed for larger screens. All features — license plate scanning, VIN lookup, vehicle history reports, and business tools — are fully available on iPad.
How do I scan a license plate on iPhone?
Open Plate Lookup, tap the camera icon, and point your iPhone camera at any license plate. The app uses your camera to read the plate and instantly returns complete vehicle information including specs, history, recalls, and market value.
Can I use Siri to look up a license plate?
Yes. Plate Lookup supports Siri Shortcuts so you can trigger a vehicle lookup using your voice. You can set up a shortcut and say something like "Hey Siri, look up a plate" to launch directly into the scanner hands-free.
Does Plate Lookup sync across my Apple devices?
Yes. Your search history and saved vehicles sync seamlessly across your iPhone and iPad via iCloud, so your vehicle data is always available no matter which Apple device you're using.