TecDoc VIO provides data on Vehicles in Operation (VIO). The detailed vehicle population insights help aftermarket businesses to better understand market demand and car parc development. By combining vehicle registration and parc data with TecDoc vehicle and product information, it serves as a basis for more informed decisions on product portfolio planning, market analysis, and growth opportunity identification.

For parts manufacturers, making the right product and coverage decisions depends on understanding which vehicles are actually on the road. Yet many product portfolio and expansion decisions are still based on assumptions or fragmented data, leading to missed opportunities and inefficient investments.

TecDoc VIO provides a comprehensive overview of all registered vehicles across 75+ countries. It covers passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles, down to the regional (N.U.T.S.) level.  

By bringing together 1B+ registered vehicles, 60+ vehicle attributes, and deep regional insights, TecDoc VIO enables you to optimise your product management and align your portfolio with real market demand. Instead of guessing, you can prioritise the right applications, identify high-potential opportunities, and build a strategy based on verified data. 

Identify high-volume vehicle applications and focus development on the most relevant SKUs. 

• Vehicle age & lifecycle insights: Target aging fleets that drive replacement cycles and recurring aftermarket revenue. 

• Market & technology trends: Understand shifts in vehicle technologies and anticipate future demand. 

• Deep geographic granularity: Access detailed regional data (city, postcode, district) to refine market strategies. 

• Flexible data access & reporting: Use TecDoc VIO data via browser-based tools or formats such as Excel, CSV, and SQL for simplified reporting and analysis. 

TecDoc VIO aggregates vehicle registration data from official global sources and harmonises it into a standardised dataset linked between the raw source data files and TecDoc vehicle database (TecDoc Reference Data).

The dataset is enriched by TecDoc experts so that it can be integrated into internal systems, reporting tools, and business workflows.

Manufacturers can:

• Cross-reference vehicle parc data with their product portfolio

• Identify missing applications and coverage gaps

• Evaluate product potential by vehicle, region, and market

• Support product lifecycle, portfolio, and product development decisions

With additional capabilities such as forecast data, detailed regional insights, and linkage to multiple vehicle identification standards, TecDoc VIO provides a comprehensive and future-ready view of the automotive aftermarket.

Manufacturers using TecDoc VIO benefit from:

• Improved coverage of high-demand vehicle applications

• Faster and more targeted product portfolio expansion

• Reduced risk in product development and investment decisions

• Stronger competitive positioning through early opportunity identification

• Better market intelligence for strategic planning and resource allocation

“Vehicle in Operation data empower our business to optimize offerings, pricing, potential business and enhance and strengthen our valued customer relationships for sustained competitiveness in the market.”
- Anne Suess, Head of Global strategic pricing & data at VIEROL

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TecDoc VIO supports use cases such as:

• Identifying missing vehicle linkages and coverage gaps

• Evaluating market and sales potential by vehicle, model, and region

• Detecting portfolio expansion opportunities

• Supporting product development and lifecycle decisions with historical and forecast vehicle parc data

By transforming vehicle parc data into actionable market intelligence, TecDoc VIO helps manufacturers optimise product portfolios, identify growth opportunities, and make more informed decisions in the global aftermarket.

For distributors, profitability depends on one critical factor: having the right parts in the right region at the right time. Without visibility into the vehicles actually operating in each market, inventory decisions are often based on historical sales or assumptions, leading to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. 

This results in slow-moving stock, overstock in declining segments, and undercoverage in high-demand applications. 

TecDoc VIO (Vehicles in Operation) provides a comprehensive and verified overview of all registered vehicles across 75+ countries, covering passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles, down to the regional level (N.U.T.S.).  

With access to 1B+ registered vehicles, 60+ vehicle attributes, and deep regional insights, VIO enables distributors to align inventory, supplier strategy, and sales focus with real vehicle demand.

TecDoc VIO provides structured insights to optimise inventory planning and sales performance. 

• Regional vehicle population visibility: Understand which vehicles dominate each sales territory and align your assortment accordingly.  

• Demand-driven stock planning: Identify high-volume vehicle models and prioritise parts that generate the highest turnover. 

• Vehicle age structure analysis: Focus on aging vehicle populations that drive higher replacement frequency and recurring demand. 

• Powertrain & market trends: Anticipate shifts toward hybrid and electric vehicles and adapt your stock proactively. 

• Deep geographic granularity: Access data at regional and local levels (e.g. city, postcode, district) to refine distribution strategies. 

• Flexible data access & reporting: Leverage TecDoc VIO data via browser-based tools or formats such as Excel, CSV, or SQL for simplified reporting and integration. 

With TecDoc VIO data, inventory decisions become proactive based on real market demand rather than past performance. 

TecDoc VIO aggregates vehicle registration data from official global sources and harmonises it into a standardised dataset linked to both the raw source data files and the TecDoc vehicle database (TecDoc Reference Data).

The dataset is enriched by TecDoc experts so that distributors can integrate its data into ERP, BI, or planning systems to: 

• Align warehouse stock with regional vehicle density 

• Optimise assortment by country or territory 

• Support sales teams with vehicle-based targeting 

• Improve supplier negotiations using demand insights 

• Identify high-potential regions for expansion 

By combining current, historical, and forecast data, TecDoc VIO provides forward-looking visibility allowing distributors to move beyond reactive decision-making. 

Distributors using TecDoc VIO benefit from:

• Increased inventory turnover by aligning stock with high-demand vehicle applications

• Reduced overstock risk by avoiding declining vehicle segments

• Improved regional assortment strategies based on real vehicle parc insights

• More effective sales and marketing activities supported by data-driven targeting

Use cases include analysing regional vehicle trends, optimising warehouse locations, and identifying growth opportunities in different markets.

By transforming vehicle parc data into actionable insights, TecDoc VIO helps distributors align inventory with market demand, identify growth opportunities, and improve business performance across regions and markets.

TecDoc OE Parts Data provides precise, regularly updated original equipment (OE) reference information linked to TecDoc vehicle and aftermarket data. Based on in-depth analysis of OE spare parts catalogues (EPCs), it enables reliable matching between OE and aftermarket parts.

By linking OE references and vehicle applications within a standardised data structure, TecDoc OE Parts Data helps businesses to improve parts identification, enhance cross-referencing accuracy, streamline workflows, and support confident part selection across the automotive aftermarket.

Building a competitive product portfolio depends on accurate reference data and a clear understanding of OE relationships. Without reliable OE information, it becomes difficult to identify missing references, manage supersessions, or ensure correct vehicle linkages. This can lead to gaps in the portfolio and delayed market entry. 

TecDoc OE Parts Data provides carefully researched and analysed OE information sourced from official Electronic Parts Catalogues (EPCs) and linked to the TecDoc Standard.  

Within TecDoc, OE data acts as a foundational reference layer. This solid basis ensures that all parts, OE or aftermarket, are accurately represented and matched to specific vehicles. 

By using OE data as a benchmark, manufacturers can validate compatibility, improve data quality, and align their product offerings with real market demands. they can reduce errors and speed up their time-to-market. 

TecDoc OE Parts Data provides a structured and reliable OE reference layer to support product development, portfolio expansion, and data optimisation.

Broad coverage and depth: Access OE parts data across three vehicle segments, 35+ product groups, and 360+ generic articles in seven regions worldwide. This supports both regional and global product strategies.

Accurate OE reference data: Benefit from OE information sourced from official spare parts catalogues (EPCs) and aligned with vehicle manufacturer specifications.

Cross-referencing and vehicle matching: Match OE part numbers to aftermarket equivalents and vehicle applications to provide accurate parts identification and replacement selection.

Product and compatibility analysis: Analyse the compatibility of products with specific vehicle makes and models to improve coverage and support product development decisions.

Portfolio gap analysis: Identify missing OE references, supersessions, and coverage gaps to uncover opportunities for portfolio expansion and optimisation. 

OE Parts Data follows a structured process to ensure accuracy, consistency, and usability: 

1. Data collection: Comprehensive make and model data is gathered for passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, and heavy-duty vehicles. 

2. Analysis: Data is analysed against official EPC systems, ensuring alignment with OE specifications. 

3. Integration: Validated data is standardised and integrated into the TecDoc data model and product database. 

4. Access and use: Manufacturers can access this data to perform: 

• Product analysis → validate compatibility with specific vehicles 

• Gap analysis → identify missing references or incomplete portfolio coverage 

• Cross-referencing → match OE numbers to aftermarket equivalents 

This structured approach enables manufacturers to make informed product decisions and continuously optimise their portfolios. 

Manufacturers using TecDoc OE Parts Data benefit from stronger product strategies, improved data quality, and better market coverage.

Expected outcomes are:

• Faster time-to-market for new products

• Identification of portfolio gaps and expansion opportunities

• Improved completeness and accuracy of vehicle linkages

• Better visibility of OE replacements and supersessions

• Easier tracking of OE part numbers and replacement references

• Better-informed decisions on product range development and market opportunities

By linking product data to OE references, TecDoc OE Parts Data helps manufacturers to identify missing applications, expand product coverage, and maintain accurate, up-to-date portfolio information. This enables them to deliver more complete product ranges that are aligned with vehicle demand and market requirements.

TecDoc PMA helps businesses analyse product data and coverage of market potential based on vehicle parc of different TecDoc data suppliers to optimise portfolio strategy and supplier selection. By combining TecDoc catalogue data with VIO insights and TecDoc Usage, TecDoc PMA helps users to identify portfolio gaps, uncover growth opportunities, and make faster, data-driven product mamagement decisions.

For parts manufacturers, managing a product portfolio means making constant decisions about coverage, expansion, and investment priorities. These must often be made with limited visibility into how the product range competes in the market. 

Many rely on fragmented data, manual comparisons, or assumptions to understand competitor positioning and identify opportunities. At the same time, they must keep pace with rapidly expanding vehicle populations, competing portfolios and rising market expectations.  

TecDoc Product Management Analytics (PMA) transforms this process by turning TecDoc catalogue, VIO, and usage data into actionable insights. It enables manufacturers to benchmark their portfolios, identify gaps, and align their product strategies with indicators for market demand. 

By combining portfolio analytics and competitor analysis, TecDoc PMA helps you optimise your product range and make data-driven decisions with confidence, not with guesswork. 

TecDoc PMA provides structured insights to help manufacturers analyse, position and expand their product portfolio in a competitive manner and make it more visible to the market.

• Portfolio analytics & competitor benchmarking : Compare your product range with up to 100 competitors, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to grow.  

• Gap & opportunity identification: Detect missing products, vehicle applications, and cross-references as well as “white spots”. You can then act before your competitors do.  

• Market intelligence & demand-driven prioritisation: Use VIO and catalogue usage data to focus on high-demand vehicles and parts. Align your development with indicators for market potential and requests.

• Global and regional insights: Analyse your portfolio for different countries, regions, or global markets to support expansion strategies matching your TecDoc Data Supplier contract.

• Fast results through simplified reporting: Access predefined analyses and user-friendly reports that reduce manual effort and accelerate decision-making. 

TecDoc PMA combines TecDoc Catalogue data, VIO data, and usage data to deliver a complete view of market coverage and brand performance.  

In a flexible, step-by-step process, manufacturers can: 

• Select from predefined analyses

• Configure data by country, region, or global scope dependent on your TecDoc Data Supplier contract

• Analyse specific products and related article numbers

• Benchmark against up to 100 competitors 

• Filter vehicle related results by make, model, engine, fuel type, or for a certain production period

This enables: 

Product analysis → check coverage and performance 

Gap analysis → identify missing products, cross-references and linkages

Strategic planning → prioritise investments based on indicators for market potential and requests

All insights are delivered in clear reports, allowing your business to move quickly from bulk data to actionable decisions. 

A manufacturer using TecDoc PMA gains a clear competitive advantage for better portfolio management and faster decision-making. 

Expected outcomes include: 

• Improved product coverage in key markets 

• Faster identification of portfolio gaps and growth opportunities 

• Stronger alignment with market potential (VIO-based)  

• Reduced effort through automated analysis and reporting 

• More confident, data-driven product decisions 

TecDoc PMA also helps manufacturers maximise sales potential by tailoring their product ranges to competitive opportunities and indicators of market demand.

Companies such as CEVAM already use TecDoc PMA for a more proactive product management approach that also significantly reduces manual reporting.

Managing a parts assortment means ensuring that the right parts are available for the right vehicles while managing costs in a dynamic market. However, limited visibility into market demand, competitor coverage, and assortment gaps often lead to missed sales and inefficient stock decisions. 

Many distributors rely on manual analysis or fragmented insights to understand where opportunities exist. At the same time, they must respond quickly to market changes and expanding market needs.  

TecDoc Product Management Analytics (PMA) transforms catalogue, VIO, and usage data into clear, actionable insights. It enables distributors to analyse suppliers' and, if applicable, their assortment performance, identify gaps, and align their stock decisions accordingly.

TecDoc PMA provides distributors with powerful insights to make purchasing decisions to optimise their assortments to increase sales performance. 

• Portfolio analytics through supplier comparison and assortment, if applicable: Analyse your assortment against competitors and identify where you are missing coverage or overstocked. 

• Gap & opportunity identification: Identify missing parts and vehicle coverage to unlock new sales opportunities and expand your offering. 

• Demand-driven insights: Use VIO and catalogue usage data to align your stock with market potential and customer requests.  

• Market intelligence: Understand trends, market opportunities, and threats in the countries of your business. 

• Fast insights & simplified reporting: Access ready-to-use analyses and reports to reduce manual efforts and support faster decisions. 

TecDoc PMA combines TecDoc Catalogue data with VIO data to provide a complete view of suppliers' product and brand performance and market coverage. Distributors can: 

• Select from ten predefined analyses without complex setups 

• Configure data by market and, if applicable, vehicle segment 

• Analyse specific types of products and vehicle populations 

• Benchmark against competitors, if you are a TecDoc data supplier

• Filter results by vehicle attributes (make, model, engine, type, etc.) 

• Generate customised reports for purchasing and sales decisions 

This allows distributors to: 

• Identify high-demand parts and vehicles 

• Detect assortment gaps and missed opportunities 

• Support sales, purchasing, and marketing teams 

All insights are delivered in intuitive reports, enabling quick and efficient decision-making. 

Distributors using TecDoc PMA benefit from stronger market alignement options for an improved assortment performance.

Expected outcomes include: 

• Improved product availability for high-demand vehicles 

• Increased sales through better assortment coverage 

• Reduced effort in manual analysis and reporting 

• More efficient purchasing and stocking decisions 

By leveraging data-driven insights, distributors can maximise sales through optimised coverage, reduce inefficiencies, and get or stay ahead of their competitors, if applicable.