Karookie: From vehicle registration to the right parts in seconds
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A new way to identify any vehicle in Portugal: the Karookie application uses the car registration to immediately display the vehicle details and the correct parts, saving time and improving the efficiency of the workshop.
In Portugal, the automotive aftermarket is thriving with thousands of repair shops, from small, independent garages to larger service centers. Despite this, many professionals still face a daily challenge: how to quickly and accurately identify a vehicle and find the correct auto parts to repair it.
According to recent research, more than 80% of independent workshops consider access to vehicle data as one of their biggest operational challenges. Without the appropriate digital tools, identifying vehicles through traditional registration documents or manual searches often leads to errors, longer waiting times, and customer dissatisfaction.
To address this challenge, Karookie was launched in Portugal, developed and provided by Tips4y, a mobile application available on Google Play and the App Store that allows any workshop to instantly identify a vehicle simply by scanning or entering the Portuguese plate number or the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
Simple, fast, and accessible from any smartphone, Karookie helps workshops save time, reduce errors, and improve customer satisfaction.
I. Correct vehicle identification remains a challenge in the Portuguese aftermarket
Many workshops in the Portuguese aftermarket face similar obstacles:
The market is fragmented, with many small and mid-sized repair shops lacking access to modern digital solutions.
Identifying the correct vehicle model, engine type, and gearbox still relies on manual work, checking paper records, or the vehicle document.
Wrong part selection can easily occur, leading to incorrect components, extra costs, and unhappy clients.
With multiple versions, years, and special equipment, even experienced mechanics can make mistakes.
As digitalisation advances across Europe, workshops without efficient identification tools risk losing competitiveness.
In short, many repair shops spend more time searching than repairing. This mobile tool becomes a real game-changer for the independent aftermarket.
II. How Karookie works: key features
Licence-plate or VIN identification
Simply scan or type the vehicle’s registration number (registo automóvel) or VIN to access instant vehicle data: no need for manual catalogues or paperwork.Instant vehicle data access
Karookie immediately displays all key technical information such as the make, model, year, engine type, gearbox (caixa de velocidades), power, and even compatible car parts and oil types.High-precision data
Built on Tips4y’s professional automotive databases, the information is verified and updated, ensuring maximum accuracy for each vehicle registration.Mobile-first simplicity
This application works directly from your phone or tablet, no need for a PC or complicated setup. Ideal for workshops of any size.Clean, intuitive interface:
Designed for quick use in busy environments, with no training required.
III. Benefits for Workshops
Saves time: Get the correct data in seconds and spend less time searching.
Reduces errors: Avoid ordering the wrong auto parts (peças automóveis) or replacing the wrong components.
Improves workflow: Technicians can identify vehicles directly in the bay.
Accessible to all: Even small independent garages can now access professional-grade vehicle identification tools at an affordable cost.
Boosts customer trust: Faster and more accurate service means happier clients and repeat business.
Karookie: From vehicle registration to the right parts in seconds
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Conclusion: A Simpler Way to Work Smarter
For Portuguese repair shops, efficiency and accuracy are the keys to growth.
With Karookie, identifying vehicles, viewing technical data, and finding the right replacement parts become faster and easier: all from one app.
Whether you’re managing a small independent garage or a large service centre, you can instantly identify any vehicle through its Portuguese registration or VIN, helping you save time and improve customer trust.
However, this application is only the first step. For companies seeking advanced and integrated after-sales solutions, Tips4y also provides professional platforms such as DataDrive, DataRepair, and Catalogues/Webshop, connecting every part of the automotive ecosystem.
Together, these solutions help the entire automotive aftermarket, from workshops to distributors, work smarter and deliver a better service experience.
