Auto-i-DAT

What Auto-i-DAT does

Auto-i-DAT AG is a privately held Swiss B2B data and software provider, founded in Zürich in January 1990 by Bernadette Langenick as Auto-i Informations AG. The company has built the most comprehensive vehicle information platform in Switzerland, serving four primary customer segments: commercial automotive dealers, body repair shops (carrossiers), insurance companies, and financial institutions. It describes itself as the Swiss market leader in vehicle data and reports that two-thirds of all vehicle evaluations and calculations in Switzerland are conducted using its products. The platform tracks 5+ million registered vehicles with up to 16 years of historical data for passenger and light commercial vehicles and 13 years for motorcycles, delivering data updates before midnight daily.

The product portfolio is organized into three interconnected lines: vehicle valuation (autoValue, motoValue, the professional web-based Autobewertung), damage calculation (SilverDAT 3, e-Service, SilverDAT FotoApp, SilverDAT Green Repair Tracker, auto-i EXPERT, ExpertenMappe), and vehicle data services (identAPI/Webservices, VIN-Abfrage, Restwert/Forecast, carcloud.ch, Mototax). The SilverDAT 3 damage calculation system is licensed from DAT (Deutsche Automobil Treuhand) in Germany under an exclusive Swiss partnership. The identAPI, described as Switzerland-unique, enables vehicle identification for the 70%+ of new registrations that use electronic Certificates of Conformity (eCOC) rather than traditional type approval documents. The e-Service platform connects more than 1,200 Swiss body shops with every major Swiss insurer — AXA, Allianz, Baloise, Generali, Helvetia, Mobiliar, Vaudoise, and Zurich — and processed over 400,000 damage cases worth more than CHF 300 million in 2024.

Auto-i-DAT generates revenue primarily through subscription-based access to its vehicle database, valuation tools, and the SilverDAT damage calculation software, with annual billing on quote-based B2B pricing for commercial customers and SMS-paid transactions for individual consumers. Distribution combines direct enterprise account management (insurers, Emil Frey, Renault, Volvo, AutoScout24) with channel partners, most notably the Swiss Automotive Group (SAG) for body shop distribution and TDC AG for training, and certified DMS resellers for dealer integrations. The company is led by CEO Philipp Zimmermann (appointed May 2022) and COO Pascal Holzer (appointed February 2021), remains founder/management-owned, and has no disclosed external funding.

Name

Auto-i-DAT

Legal name

auto-i-dat ag

Website

https://auto-i-dat.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Auto-i-DAT AG is a Swiss B2B vehicle data and software provider serving automotive dealers, body shops, insurers, and banks. It operates Switzerland's most comprehensive vehicle database and is the exclusive Swiss partner of DAT for SilverDAT damage calculation software.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Zürich

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Data Subscriptions: Subscription-based access to vehicle databases, valuation tools, and professional evaluation software for commercial dealers and body shops. Payment for online services processed via credit card.
2. Web Services/API Access: Real-time vehicle data provided via web services for enterprise customers integrating Auto-i-DAT data into their own systems. Non-personal vehicle data is processed via sub-processors.
3. Simple Vehicle Evaluation (SMS-based): Basic vehicle evaluation service with payment via SMS for individual consumers.
4. Software Licensing (SilverDAT): Licensing of SilverDAT 3 damage calculation software to body shops and repair facilities. Includes free upgrades and migrations for existing customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Auto-i-DAT operates a comprehensive Swiss vehicle database and software platform that delivers vehicle valuation, damage calculation, VIN-based identification, and digital communication tools for automotive dealers, body shops, and insurance companies. The company provides web-based and mobile solutions such as autoValue, SilverDAT 3, e-Service, and identAPI, processing data for more than 5 million registered vehicles in Switzerland.

Product overview

Auto-i-DAT operates a platform-plus-modules architecture centered on vehicle data intelligence for the Swiss automotive market. The core portfolio comprises three interconnected product lines: (1) Fahrzeugbewertung (Vehicle Valuation) encompassing autoValue (mobile car valuation with battery State-of-Health correction for EVs), motoValue (motorcycle valuation), and the professional web-based Autobewertung application; (2) Kalkulation (Damage Calculation) anchored by SilverDAT 3 (web-based HTML5 damage management system replacing the legacy SilverDAT II), e-Service (insurance communication platform), SilverDAT FotoApp (photo documentation), SilverDAT Green Repair Tracker, auto-i EXPERT, and ExpertenMappe; and (3) Fahrzeugdaten (Vehicle Data) including identAPI/Webservices (programmatic vehicle data API), VIN-Abfrage, Restwert/Forecast (residual value modeling), carcloud.ch (multi-platform vehicle export), and Mototax/moto-i (motorcycle data tools). The dealer-facing Verkäuferarbeitsplatz (VAP) integrates data from multiple modules for daily operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SilverDAT 3: Web-based damage calculation software for body repair shops
• SilverDAT CalculatePRO
• SilverDAT Green Repair Tracker
• autoValue
• motoValue
• e-Service
• identAPI
• carcloud.ch
• ParkManager
• FotoApp
• ExpertenMappe
• Verkäuferarbeitsplatz (VAP)

Products and services

• autoValue Mobile vehicle valuation tool that lets dealers and body shops assess vehicles on-site by scanning the vehicle registration document. Includes State-of-Health battery assessment for electric vehicles and a trade-in test feature with visible repair cost calculation.
• SilverDAT 3 Web-based vehicle damage calculation and claims management system for body shops and insurance companies. Enables rapid vehicle identification, cost estimation, and direct communication with insurers.
• e-Service Electronic communication platform between body shops and insurance companies for seamless damage reporting, claim processing, and invoice transmission. Integrates with major Swiss insurance providers.
• identAPI / Webservices Programmatic vehicle identification API connecting catalog data with inventory data, enabling vehicle lookup via VIN, stamp number, or license plate. Supports eCOC (electronic Certificate of Conformity) registrations.
• motoValue Mobile motorcycle valuation tool that allows motorcycle dealers to assess vehicles on-site by scanning registration documents.
• SilverDAT FotoApp Free photo documentation application for capturing and transmitting vehicle damage photos. Integrates with SilverDAT 3 and e-Service for faster repair authorization.
• Verkäuferarbeitsplatz (VAP) Dealer workstation platform providing comprehensive vehicle data management, pricing, valuation, and sales support tools for automotive dealers.
• Restwert / Forecast Independent residual value calculation based on current transaction data and dynamic depreciation curves, providing forecasts for vehicle depreciation and market values.
• Mototax Motorcycle valuation and pricing tool for the Swiss motorcycle market, providing pricing information for motorcycle dealers.
• SilverDAT Green Repair Tracker Sustainability-focused repair tracking module supporting sustainable vehicle restoration and environmental impact monitoring.
• Smart Car Finder Online tool enabling end customers to estimate residual vehicle value via license plate or model lookup, powered by Auto-i-DAT data.

Quantifiable outcome

• Two-thirds of all vehicle evaluations and calculations in Switzerland conducted using Auto-i-DAT products
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability5 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, strategic and minor.

• DAT (Deutsche Automobil Treuhand)coreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive Swiss partnership with DAT Germany for SilverDAT damage calculation software. Auto-i-DAT is the sole Swiss partner, distributing SilverDAT II and the newer SilverDAT 3 web-based version. The partnership involves joint development and certification of DMS integrations.
• bme agcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic cooperation to set a new standard for dealer workstations (VAP Online). The partnership aims to create a new digital sales platform for automotive dealers integrating Auto-i-DAT vehicle data with bme's dealer management solutions.
• CARWAREcoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive long-term cooperation as aggregator for insurance quotes during vehicle purchase. CARWARE integration enables dealers to offer insurance products through Auto-i-DAT's dealer workstation.
• Renault Group SwitzerlandmajorTechnology or IntegrationRenault migrated its dealer network to the fmade platform integrating Auto-i-DAT's identAPI for vehicle identification. This digitalization strategy decision was made in 2024, establishing a future-proof data infrastructure for Renault dealers in Switzerland.
• Emil Frey GroupmajorTechnology or IntegrationSwitzerland's largest automotive player optimizing internal processes using identAPI. First Swiss company to optimize insurance application processes with Auto-i-DAT's identAPI.
• AutoScout24 SwitzerlandmajorTechnology or IntegrationUses identAPI for reliable vehicle identification and search on Switzerland's largest automotive marketplace.
• Baloise InsurancemajorTechnology or IntegrationUses identAPI for vehicle identification and e-Service for digital claims handling. Partner in electronic invoice transmission and claims processing.
• Volvo Car SwitzerlandmajorTechnology or IntegrationJointly launched Smart Car Finder enabling end customers to estimate residual values using only license plate or model. First provider to offer free vehicle value estimation via this method, powered by Auto-i-DAT data.
• Vaudoise VersicherungenmajorTechnology or IntegrationFollowing other insurers (XpertCenter AG with Mobiliar, Generali, Helvetia, Basler), Vaudoise (founded 1895, ~1,500 employees) uses Auto-i-DAT vehicle data and software for damage calculation since 2015.
• Swiss Automotive Group (SAG)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership centered on DAT damage calculation software distribution. SAG offers SilverDAT 3 as part of comprehensive solution package to body shops throughout Switzerland.
• CardossierstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding partner and data supplier for the Cardossier non-profit association. Cardossier aims to digitally map the complete lifecycle of every vehicle using blockchain technology, providing security and transparency. Founding partners include AdNovum, University of Zurich, Lucerne University of Applied Sciences, Amag, AXA, AutoScout24, Mobility, Aargau Road Traffic Office, and Leasing Association.
• Repanet SuisseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerActive support for Switzerland's largest network of certified body and vehicle paint shops. Repanet provides training program to help body shops work more efficiently and profitably.
• ClearcarrepminorGTM or Marketing PartnerClearcarrep is the body shop network of ESA (Einkaufsorganisation des schweizerischen Auto- und Motorfahrzeuggewerbes). Auto-i-DAT supports their training program to help body shops operate more efficiently and profitably.
• Intersim AGminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesign, content management, and technical implementation partner for Auto-i-DAT's website. Located in Burgdorf, Switzerland.
• TDC AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTDC AG (Technisches Dienstleistungscenter AG) provides SilverDAT 3 and product training in Zürich Wollishofen as authorized training partner.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• mobile.de: Germany's largest automotive marketplace, part of the Adevinta group and historically partnered with DAT. Comparable consumer-facing vehicle listing and search infrastructure to Auto-i-DAT partner AutoScout24; ecosystem peer rather than direct competitor.
• TÜV Rheinland / TÜV SÜD: German and international vehicle inspection, certification, and condition reporting organizations. Adjacent to Auto-i-DAT's condition reporting (FotoApp) and expert dossier services; not direct competitors but operate in overlapping vehicle assessment workflows.

Direct peers

• Eurotax (Autovit Group): Swiss vehicle valuation and market data provider serving Swiss dealers and importers. Directly overlaps with Auto-i-DAT on vehicle valuation, residual value, and market statistics in the Swiss market — the most direct head-to-head domestic peer.
• Schwacke (Autovit Group): European vehicle residual value and market data specialist (part of Autovit Group alongside Eurotax). Closely comparable to Auto-i-DAT's Restwert/Forecast product line and a sister-brand competitor under the same Autovit ownership.
• Audatex (Solera): Global damage calculation and claims management software provider serving insurers and body shops. Competes with SilverDAT 3 in the Swiss repair cost calculation market and shares the same insurance and body shop customer base.
• DAT (Deutsche Automobil Treuhand): Germany-based vehicle data and valuation provider whose SilverDAT technology is exclusively distributed in Switzerland by Auto-i-DAT. Operates the same category of products (vehicle valuation, residual value forecasting, market reporting) in the DACH region and is the upstream technology partner as well as a partial competitor.

Broad incumbents

• Solera Holdings: Global parent of Audatex, AudaNet, and other insurance claims and repair estimation software platforms. Competes with Auto-i-DAT's SilverDAT 3 / e-Service business in the insurer–body shop claims software stack at much larger scale.
• Cox Automotive (Kelley Blue Book / Autotrader): Global automotive data and marketplace platform encompassing Kelley Blue Book valuations and Manheim auctions. Operates at significantly larger scale than Auto-i-DAT in adjacent categories (vehicle valuation, dealer software) and represents the kind of scaled incumbent Auto-i-DAT competes against for multinational dealer accounts.
• Carfax: Vehicle history and data provider with European operations. Comparable to Auto-i-DAT's vehicle data and identification services (VIN-based lookup, registration data) at much larger scale across multiple European markets.

Emerging players

• carVertical: European vehicle history provider leveraging blockchain-based vehicle data. Thematically comparable to Auto-i-DAT's Cardossier initiative; an emerging alternative vehicle history and data layer in the European market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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