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Running an online car parts business—whether B2B or B2C—comes with a unique challenge: how do you help customers find the exact part they need from millions of options? The wrong part means returns, frustrated customers, and lost revenue.
The solution? Integrating the TecDoc catalogue into your website using the TecAlliance Webservice API.
Why TecDoc Makes Sense for Your Business
TecDoc is Europe's largest aftermarket parts database, containing over 10 million parts from more than 800 manufacturers, covering over 110,000 vehicle types. But the real value isn't just in the numbers—it's in how it simplifies the buying process.
We've implemented TecDoc integration for several successful online stores across Europe, including eutruckparts.ro for commercial vehicles, camaradauto.ro for passenger cars, ketmolnarauto.hu for the Hungarian market, and fdcat.se serving B2B clients in Sweden. Each platform demonstrates how the right integration can transform customer experience.
How TecDoc Simplifies Part Search
The TecAlliance API provides the foundation for vehicle identification. The basic search method allows customers to select manufacturer → model → type to identify their vehicle.
Additional search features like VIN lookup and license plate search are available as separate licenses from TecAlliance. These premium features offer faster vehicle identification:
VIN Search
Customers enter their Vehicle Identification Number and instantly see compatible parts. Fast, accurate, eliminates guesswork.
License Plate Search
Available across most European countries. End consumers type their registration number, and the system does the rest.
For example, fdcat.se, our B2B platform for the Swedish market, includes both VIN and license plate search functionality, making it particularly efficient for professional buyers and workshops.
Once the vehicle is identified, customers see only the parts categories relevant to their specific car. No endless scrolling through incompatible products. When they select a category, they get a filtered list of aftermarket parts guaranteed to fit.
Beyond Basic TecDoc: Optional Integrations
A TecDoc webshop works perfectly well as a standalone solution. You can launch a fully functional online parts store using just the TecDoc catalogue without any additional integrations.
However, many businesses choose to expand functionality over time:
- Supplier price feeds - Most suppliers provide pricing via FTP, which can be automated to update your catalog regularly. Note that availability information is rarely included—most suppliers don't share real-time stock data.
- ERP integration - Optional for businesses that want to sync orders and customer data with their existing business systems.
- Payment gateways - Add payment processors specific to your target market.
The advantage of a custom-developed solution is flexibility. You can start simple and add features as your business grows, rather than paying for functionality you don't need yet.
Real Results from Live Implementations
We've successfully developed TecDoc-integrated online stores for various automotive businesses across Europe. Each implementation demonstrates how proper integration creates a scalable, efficient sales platform.
eutruckparts.ro specializes in commercial vehicle parts, serving professional buyers and repair shops. The TecDoc catalogue integration allows them to offer millions of parts with accurate fitment data, reducing ordering errors and support inquiries.
camaradauto.ro operates in the Romanian market, providing aftermarket parts for passenger vehicles. The integration with TecDoc's comprehensive database gives customers access to parts from over 800 manufacturers with detailed compatibility information.
ketmolnarauto.hu serves the Hungarian market with a fully localized platform. This demonstrates how TecDoc's multi-language capabilities enable businesses to expand across different European markets while maintaining consistent parts data.
fdcat.se is a B2B-focused platform for the Swedish market, equipped with VIN and license plate search functionality. This streamlines the ordering process for professional workshops and bulk buyers who need fast, accurate part identification.
These platforms share a common foundation: custom-developed solutions that the business owners fully control, with mobile-friendly designs, integrated price management systems, and the ability to connect with multiple supplier databases beyond just TecDoc.
What This Means for Your Business
Whether you're starting fresh or upgrading an existing platform, TecDoc integration offers:
The aftermarket parts industry is competitive. The businesses that win are those that make buying easier, not cheaper.
Is TecDoc Right for You?
If you're serious about selling automotive parts online in Europe, TecDoc integration isn't just an advantage—it's becoming a requirement. Your customers expect accurate fitment information and a straightforward purchasing process.
The question isn't whether to integrate TecDoc, but how to implement it effectively for your specific business model and customer base.
Ready to take your online car parts business to the next level? Get in touch to discuss how TecDoc integration can transform your sales platform.
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