{"id":51429,"date":"2022-12-21T14:19:08","date_gmt":"2022-12-21T08:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/?p=51429"},"modified":"2022-12-21T17:56:40","modified_gmt":"2022-12-21T12:26:40","slug":"what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Importance of World Manufacturer Identifier Code?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Globally, car manufacturers adopt a numerical system\ncalled the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to identify a vehicle\nuniquely. The VIN includes of 17 characters that uniquely identify the vehicle.\nThe World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) is the first three characters of the\nVIN that uniquely identify the vehicle&#8217;s manufacturer. The following six\ncharacters of VIN are known as the Vehicle Descriptor section, and the last\neight are known as the Vehicle Indicator Sector. The World Motorization\nInstitute (WMI) is an international standard that applies to all passenger cars\nand trucks, lorries, motorbikes, trailers, towing vehicles, and mopeds. Over 25\nyears ago, the first world manufacturer identifier (WMI) code distribution per\ncountry was created. Until 1981, there was no\nagreed standard for VIN numbers, therefore different manufacturers used varied\nformats. But a lot has changed since then. In this article, we will discuss Importance of World Manufacturer Identifier\nCode<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For e.g.: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>MEX for Volkswagen\nIndia<\/li><li>MEE Renault India <\/li><li>MBR Mercedes-Benz India<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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Identifier Code?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/#History_of_Vehicle_Identification_Number\" >History of Vehicle Identification Number<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/#What_the_Components_of_VIN_WIM\" >What the Components of VIN \/ WIM?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/#Importance_of_World_Manufacturer_Identifier_Code\" >Importance of World Manufacturer Identifier Code<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/#FEES_REQUIRED_TO_REGISTER_FOR_WMI\" >FEES REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR WMI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/what-is-the-importance-of-world-manufacturer-identifier-code\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_World_Manufacturer_Identifier_Code\"><\/span>What is World Manufacturer Identifier Code?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Illustrative chart of VIN\/<strong> <\/strong>World Manufacturer Identifier Code:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table class=\"table table-bordered\">\n      <tbody>\n         <tr class=\"text-center\">\n            <td><b>VIN POS<\/b><\/td>\n            <td><b>ISS0 3779<\/b><\/td>\n            <td><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">1-2<\/td>\n            <td rowspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;\">WIM<\/td>\n            <td>country code<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">2-3<\/td>\n            <td>Manufacturer<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">4<\/td>\n            <td rowspan=\"6\" class=\"text-center\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;\">VDS <\/td>\n            <td>Vehicle Line<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">5<\/td>\n            <td>Series<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">6<\/td>\n            <td>Body Type<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">7<\/td>\n            <td>Restraint System<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">8<\/td>\n            <td>Engine Type<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">9<\/td>\n            <td>Check Digit<\/td>\n\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">10<\/td>\n            <td rowspan=\"3\" class=\"text-center\" style=\"vertical-align:middle;\">VIS<\/td>\n            <td>Model Year<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">11<\/td>\n            <td>Plant Location<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n         <tr>\n            <td class=\"text-center\">12-17<\/td>\n            <td>Sequence Number<\/td>\n         <\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n   <\/table>\n\n\n\n<p>The manufacturer must obtain a World\nManufacturer Identifier Code (WMI) before manufacturing a product or vehicle\nfor on-road use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WMI stands for\nWorld Manufacturer Identifier Code and comprises the first three characters of\na VIN. The World Manufacturer Identifier Code refers to the first three\ncharacters of the VIN that uniquely identify the vehicle&#8217;s manufacturer (WMI).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When combined with\nthe other portions of the VIN, the WMI ensures that the vehicle identification\nnumber is unique for all vehicles manufactured worldwide for the next 30 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WMIs are assigned to countries and\nmanufacturers by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) in the United\nStates. For code assignment, each <strong><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/iso-registration\">ISO<\/a><\/strong> national member body designates an organization that\nacts on behalf of the international agency responsible for the maintenance of\nWMI codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BIS<\/strong><sup><a class=\"text-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bis.gov.in\/\"><strong>[1]<\/strong><\/a><\/sup>, as India&#8217;s National\nStandards Body and a member of the International Organization for\nStandardization, serves as the WMI coordinator in India, assigning WMI codes to\nvehicle manufacturers after they are assigned by the Society of Automotive\nEngineers Inc. in the United States, the international agency responsible for\nmaintenance of WMI codes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These procedures were developed to assist in identifying the vehicle as\nto its point of origin. Issuance of a WMI by a single organization will avoid\nduplication of manufacturer identifiers and assist in the identification of\nvehicles by agencies such as those concerned with motor vehicle titling and\nregistration, law enforcement, and theft recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_of_Vehicle_Identification_Number\"><\/span>History of Vehicle Identification Number <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, vehicle identification numbers were first used in\n1954. These numbers allowed manufacturers to connect production to orders,\nalthough each manufacturer had its own numbering schemes.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There was no recognised format for VINs between 1954 and 1981, hence\nvarious manufacturers adopted various formats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A universal numbering scheme was developed in 1981 and adopted by all\nautomakers. As a result Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) consisted of 17-digit\nalphanumeric code was adopted for every vehicle in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_Components_of_VIN_WIM\"><\/span>What the Components of VIN \/ WIM?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before gaining an understanding of the significance\nof the World Manufacturer Identifier Code, it is crucial to examine the\ndifferent components of VIN: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>WMI Number<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The initials of the VIN\nmake up the WMI number. It is a unique number that designates the manufacturer\nand the location where the automobile is made. The WMI number would be shown by\n1-3 of the 17-digit serial number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>VDS Section or VDS Number<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Vehicle Description Section\nor Vehicle Description Number are both referred to as VDS. Typically, this number\nwould be used to describe the parts of a specific car. The WMI number is\nfollowed by six letters that constitute the VDS portion of the 17-digit VIN. 4\nto 9 would be the VDS part under the VIN number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>VIS Section<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vehicle Indication\nSection is the last set of numbers in the VIN following the VDS. As implied by\nthe name, this number would allow you to identify the vehicle&#8217;s primary\nidentifying features. The VIS portion would be represented by the final eight\nnumbers. 10-17 would be the VIS Section&#8217;s VIN number representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_World_Manufacturer_Identifier_Code\"><\/span>Importance of World Manufacturer Identifier Code<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All the automobiles that are being manufactured in\nIndia require a World Manufacturer Identification code; therefore, WMI is\nmandatory for the manufacturers of such automobiles. There are numerous\nadvantages to registering with WMI in India. The following are listed below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Quality Standards<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By obtaining this\nregistration, the automobile manufacturers may rely on quality producing\nrequirements. Another advantage of such type of registration is conformity to\nthe SAE criteria. India&#8217;s BIS is a member of the International Standards\nOrganization (ISO). Taking this method of registration will so ensure quality\ncompliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Recognition<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>World Manufacturer\nIdentification registration will indicate where the manufacturer is from\nultimately setting the automaker apart from other producers. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Compliance with International Norms<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By adhering to the norms\nof the BIS and registering with WMI, an opportunity to be in compliance with\nglobal standards. As BIS liaises with the SAE when it comes to issuing of WMI\ncode for vehicles manufactured in India.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FEES_REQUIRED_TO_REGISTER_FOR_WMI\"><\/span>FEES REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR WMI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BIS prices for this service may vary depending on the\nproduct type, with a starting price of INR Fifty Thousand plus applicable taxes\nand so forth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Vehicle Identification Number, made up of all 17 characters, is exclusive to your automobile, moped, scooter, truck, etc. and can be used to discover vital details about it. The VIN aids in insurance assessment, establishing the vehicle&#8217;s authenticity (in the case of buying a pre-owned car or vehicle), confirming the engine&#8217;s legitimacy, and tracing the vehicle in the event of theft. You now understand where to look for, how to read, and how to decipher your car&#8217;s VIN. You now have access to a wealth of information about your car, giving you more authority as a driver. Try it out; look up and decode the VIN of your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-left\"><b>Read Our Article<\/b>: <mark style=\"background: #fffd03 !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/iec-code-for-business-overseas-know-iec-benefits\/\">Take \u2013 Off Your Business To International Market With Import And Export Code (IEC); Know IEC Code\u2019s Benefits<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Globally, car manufacturers adopt a numerical system called the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to identify a vehicle uniquely. The VIN includes of 17 characters that uniquely identify the vehicle. The World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) is the first three characters of the VIN that uniquely identify the vehicle&#8217;s manufacturer. The following six characters of VIN are [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":48,"featured_media":51430,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2970],"tags":[2971],"acf":{"service_id":"243"},"authorName":"Astitva Kumar","authorImageUrl":"https:\/\/corpbiz.io\/learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/MicrosoftTeams-image-27.jpg","authorDescription":"Astitva Kumar is an advocate by profession and has completed her BBA. LLB from IP University. She is an avid reader, researcher, and legal writer. 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