Our Data Sources
Vehiq aggregates vehicle data from official government agencies and trusted international organizations. We believe in transparency, so here's exactly where our data comes from.
🇺🇸 United States Government Sources
Official data from U.S. federal agencies
EPA Fuel Economy
Visit sourceOfficial fuel economy ratings from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA tests vehicles under controlled conditions to provide standardized MPG ratings for city, highway, and combined driving.
Data Provided
- City MPG
- Highway MPG
- Combined MPG
- Annual fuel cost estimates
- EPA GHG (Greenhouse Gas) rating
- EPA Smog rating
Update Frequency
Annual (new model year data)
NHTSA Safety Ratings
Visit sourceCrash test results from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Vehicles are tested in frontal, side, and rollover scenarios to determine overall safety ratings.
Data Provided
- Overall 5-star safety rating
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Rollover rating
Update Frequency
As vehicles are tested
NHTSA Recalls
Visit sourceOfficial vehicle recall data from NHTSA. When manufacturers identify safety defects, they issue recalls to fix the problems. This data helps buyers understand potential issues with specific vehicles.
Data Provided
- Recall count per vehicle
- Recall descriptions
- Affected model years
Update Frequency
Weekly
NHTSA Complaints
Visit sourceConsumer complaints filed with NHTSA about vehicle problems. These real-world reports from vehicle owners help identify common issues that may not be covered by official recalls.
Data Provided
- Complaint count per vehicle
- Common problem areas
- Owner-reported issues
Update Frequency
Weekly
🌍 International Data Sources
Official data from European, UK, and Australian organizations
Euro NCAP
Europe
The European New Car Assessment Programme provides independent safety ratings for vehicles sold in Europe. Their testing is among the most rigorous in the world, evaluating adult occupant protection, child occupant protection, vulnerable road user protection, and safety assist technologies.
Data Provided
- Overall star rating (0-5)
- Adult occupant protection %
- Child occupant protection %
- Pedestrian/cyclist protection %
- Safety assist score %
- Test year
Update Frequency
As vehicles are tested
UK VCA (WLTP Data)
United Kingdom
The UK Vehicle Certification Agency provides official WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) fuel consumption data. WLTP testing is more realistic than older test cycles, measuring consumption across different driving speeds.
Data Provided
- WLTP combined consumption (L/100km)
- Low/medium/high/extra-high speed consumption
- WLTP CO₂ emissions (g/km)
- Electric range for EVs/PHEVs
- UK VED (road tax) band
- Noise level (dB)
Update Frequency
Annual
European Environment Agency
European Union
Official CO₂ emissions data from the EEA, collected from all new vehicles registered in the EU. This data is used to monitor progress toward EU emissions reduction targets.
Data Provided
- Official EU CO₂ emissions (g/km)
- Electric motor power for EVs/hybrids
- Combined power for plug-in hybrids
Update Frequency
Annual
ANCAP
Australia & New Zealand
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program provides safety ratings for the Asia-Pacific market. ANCAP uses Euro NCAP protocols, making their ratings comparable to European standards.
Data Provided
- Overall star rating (0-5)
- Adult occupant protection
- Child occupant protection
- Vulnerable road user protection
- Safety assist score
Update Frequency
As vehicles are tested
Reliability Data
Long-term reliability information from owner surveys
Dashboard-Light
Visit sourceLong-term reliability data aggregated from owner surveys and repair records. The reliability score (0-100) helps predict how likely a vehicle is to need repairs over time.
Data Provided
- Overall reliability score (0-100)
- Powertrain reliability score
- Common problem areas
Score Guide
80-100: Excellent reliability
60-79: Average reliability
Below 60: Below average reliability
Understanding Our Car Badges
We display subtle badges on car cards to help you quickly identify standout vehicles
Top Safety
Awarded to vehicles with a 5-star rating from either NHTSA or Euro NCAP. These vehicles have demonstrated excellent crash protection in official testing.
Eco
Awarded to electric vehicles or vehicles with CO₂ emissions of 100 g/km or less. These are among the most environmentally friendly options available.
Reliable
Awarded to vehicles with a reliability score of 80 or higher. Based on long-term owner surveys, these vehicles are known for fewer repairs.
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