{"id":32572,"date":"2024-11-07T11:02:01","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T11:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/himcos.com\/?p=32572"},"modified":"2025-01-16T04:15:43","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T04:15:43","slug":"new-releases-from-jd-power-autodata-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/new-releases-from-jd-power-autodata-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"New Releases from JD Power Autodata Solutions through October 2024: Key Updates and Enhancements for Automotive Software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"j-d-power-autodata-solutions-a-powerful-merge\"><strong>JD Power Autodata Solutions &#8211; A Powerful Merge<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">JD Power, a global leader in data analytics and consumer intelligence has already announced its merger with Autodata, a provider of automotive data and software solutions at the end of 2019. This merger followed JD Power&#8217;s acquisition by Thoma Bravo, a prominent private equity firm and the owner of Autodata Solutions. The combined company now operates under the JD Power name, delivering top-tier transactional data, valuation tools, vehicle feature insights, and consumer analytics for the automotive industry. JD Power also continues to set industry benchmarks and deliver insights across sectors including Banking &amp; Payments, Wealth &amp; Lending, Telecommunications, Insurance, Health, Travel, and Utilities through its Global Business Intelligence division.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-j-d-power-chrome-data\"><strong>What is JD Power Chrome Data?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">JD Power Chrome Data solutions have come into the picture to play a major role for the Automotive Industry. Chrome Data is renowned for its precision in vehicle information, providing dealerships with reliable data to ensure the accuracy of every customer interaction and sales process. By <a href=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/jd-power-chrome-data-boost-automotive-crm\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/jd-power-chrome-data-boost-automotive-crm\/\">incorporating Chrome Data into a CRM<\/a>, dealerships dramatically improve the effectiveness of their operations. Whether it\u2019s providing detailed vehicle specifications or streamlining inventory management, the integration makes sure that the CRM is functioning at its highest potential. This results in higher operational efficiency and better decision-making for dealership teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"words-by-dave-habiger-for-j-d-power-autodata-solutions\"><strong>Words by Dave Habiger<\/strong> &#8211; For JD Power Autodata Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">&#8220;Bringing together JD Power\u2019s expertise in data, analytics, and customer experience insights with Autodata Solutions&#8217; extensive vehicle feature data and technology platforms for dealers and manufacturers will create a powerful resource for the automotive industry,&#8221; said Dave Habiger, who will remain as President and CEO of JD Power. As the auto industry evolves with shifting consumer behaviours and emerging technologies like connected vehicles, EVs, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twi-global.com\/technical-knowledge\/faqs\/what-is-an-autonomous-vehicle\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.twi-global.com\/technical-knowledge\/faqs\/what-is-an-autonomous-vehicle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">autonomous vehicles<\/a>, and ridesharing, we&#8217;re building a company designed to help the entire industry meet these new challenges head-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"224\" height=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jd-power-autodata.png\" alt=\" JD Power Autodata Solutions\" class=\"wp-image-32575\" style=\"width:395px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jd-power-autodata.png 224w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jd-power-autodata-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/jd-power-autodata-120x120.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-enhancements-and-new-features-throughout-the-update-cycle\"><strong>Key Enhancements and New Features throughout the update cycle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">JD Power Autodata Solutions has consistently focused on enhancing its offerings to meet the evolving needs of automotive software users. Through a series of updates and enhancements in its VIN Descriptions and CVD\/VSS services, Autodata Solutions has introduced features that support greater accuracy, improved user experience, and expanded capabilities for data-driven automotive solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-expanded-data-coverage-and-accuracy\">i) Expanded Data Coverage and Accuracy&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">JD Power Autodata Solutions has expanded its data coverage to include more vehicle models, especially from GM Canada and Volvo US. This means you can access more detailed and accurate information on a wider range of vehicles. Additionally, improvements in Ford style reduction ensure more precise trim descriptions, helping you identify the exact vehicle specifications you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ii-enhanced-feature-and-tech-spec-details\">ii) Enhanced Feature and Tech Spec Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">JD Power Autodata Solutions now offers a more granular level of detail for various vehicle features and specifications. You can now access information on specific tire details, air conditioning systems, and electric vehicle charging capabilities. This increased level of detail allows for more precise analysis and decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"iii-improved-user-experience-and-functionality\">iii) Improved User Experience and Functionality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">The API has been enhanced to provide more flexibility and customization options, making it easier to integrate the service into your applications. Updated documentation as per JD Power Autodata Solutions ensures a smooth learning curve and helps you get the most out of the service. Additionally, performance optimizations have been made to deliver faster response times and a more efficient user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#fixes-for-j-d-power-autodata-solutions-from-august-2022-through-october-2024\">Fixes for JD Power Autodata Solutions from August 2022 through October 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#a-release-1-9-august-4-2022\">A) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.9 &#8211; August 4, 2022<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#new-licensing-and-tech-spec-enhancements\">\u2022 New Licensing and Tech Spec Enhancements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ev-specific-updates\">\u2022 EV-Specific Updates:<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#additional-cylinder-count-and-device-integration-features\">\u2022 Additional Cylinder Count and Device Integration Features<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#package-description-overhaul\">\u2022 Package Description Overhaul<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#b-release-1-11-november-10-2022\">B) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.11 &#8211; November 10, 2022<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#feature-key-addition-for-option-codes\">\u2022 Feature Key Addition for Option Codes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enhanced-decode-source-selection\">\u2022 Enhanced Decode Source Selection<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-ev-hybrid-and-ice-data-feature\">\u2022 New EV, Hybrid, and ICE Data Feature<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#c-release-1-12-january-12-2023\">C) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.12 \u00a0&#8211; January 12, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#engineered-source-profile-control\">\u2022 Engineered Source Profile Control<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#expanded-option-code-and-package-attributes\">\u2022 Expanded Option Code and Package Attributes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#standard-and-optional-content-indicators\">\u2022 Standard and Optional Content Indicators<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#d-release-1-13-march-2-2023\">D) \u00a0JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.13 &#8211; March 2, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#detailed-tire-specifications\">\u2022 Detailed Tire Specifications<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enhanced-msrp-reporting\">\u2022 Enhanced MSRP Reporting<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#emission-data-fixes-and-warranty-information-improvements\">\u2022 Emission Data Fixes and Warranty Information Improvements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#e-release-1-14-april-11-2023\">E) \u00a0JD.Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.14 &#8211; April 11, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#optional-paint-pricing-and-new-compressor-feature\">\u2022 Optional Paint Pricing and New Compressor Feature<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#a-c-data-and-fuel-type-updates\">\u2022 A\/C Data and Fuel Type Updates<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#f-release-1-15-april-27-2023\">F) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.15 &#8211; April 27, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#new-tech-specs-for-ev-motors\">\u2022 New Tech Specs for EV Motors<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#honda-acura-terminology-update\">\u2022 Honda\/Acura Terminology Update<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ev-hybrid-indicator-for-features-and-specs\">\u2022 EV\/Hybrid Indicator for Features and Specs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#g-release-1-19-august-10-2023\">G) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.19 &#8211; August 10, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#advanced-fuel-economy-and-dual-rear-wheels\">\u2022 Advanced Fuel Economy and Dual Rear Wheels<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enhanced-colour-matching-logic\">\u2022 Enhanced Colour Matching Logic<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#expanded-feature-key-support-in-vss\">\u2022 Expanded Feature Key Support in VSS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-release-1-20-october-12-2023\">H)\u00a0JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.20 &#8211; October 12, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#comprehensive-vin-content-retrieval\">\u2022 Comprehensive VIN Content Retrieval<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#single-marketing-car-segmentation\">\u2022 Single Marketing Car Segmentation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#expanded-collection-codes\">\u2022 Expanded Collection Codes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#i-release-1-21-december-7-2023\">I) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.21 &#8211; December 7, 2023<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#ads-categories-and-drivetrain-grouping\">\u2022 ADS Categories and Drivetrain Grouping<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#compliant-model-name-settings\">\u2022 Compliant Model Name Settings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#digital-radio-descriptors\">\u2022 Digital Radio Descriptors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#j-release-1-22-february-6-2024\">J) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.22 &#8211; February 6, 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#safety-recall-and-design-change-indicators\">\u2022 Safety, Recall, and Design Change Indicators<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#enhanced-language-support-for-safety-data\">\u2022 Enhanced Language Support for Safety Data<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#refined-interior-colour-and-exterior-code-logic\">\u2022 Refined Interior Colour and Exterior Code Logic<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#k-release-1-25-june-20-2024\">K) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.25 \u2013 June 20, 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#improved-ford-style-reduction\">\u2022 Improved Ford Style Reduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#expanded-feature-set\">\u2022 Expanded Feature Set<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#corrected-engine-and-transmission-data\">\u2022 Corrected Engine and Transmission Data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#l-release-1-26-july-11-2024\">L) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.26 \u2013 July 11, 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#regional-vehicle-data-support\">\u2022 Regional Vehicle Data Support<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#option-detail-fix\">\u2022 Option Detail Fix<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#m-release-1-28-october-8-2024\">M) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.28 \u2013 October 8, 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#build-data-override-and-pass-thru-enhancements\">\u2022 Build Data Override and PassThru Enhancements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#new-feature-id-for-air-conditioning\">\u2022 New Feature ID for Air Conditioning<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#corrected-body-type-data\">\u2022 Corrected Body Type Data<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#n-release-1-29-october-25-2024\">N) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.29 \u2013 October 25, 2024<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#new-build-data-sources-for-cvd-premium-plus\">\u2022 New Build Data Sources for CVD Premium Plus<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#resolved-model-name-issue-with-special-characters\">\u2022 Resolved Model Name Issue with Special Characters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fixes-for-j-d-power-autodata-solutions-from-august-2022-through-october-2024\"><strong>Fixes for JD Power Autodata Solutions from August 2022 through October 2024<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/body-kit-1869879_640.jpg\" alt=\"JD Power Autodata Solutions\" class=\"wp-image-30296\" style=\"width:605px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/body-kit-1869879_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/body-kit-1869879_640-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/body-kit-1869879_640-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/body-kit-1869879_640-410x274.jpg 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Here\u2019s a breakdown of the latest releases for JD Power Autodata Solutions, capturing significant improvements, new features, and fixes from August 2022 through October 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-release-1-9-august-4-2022\"><strong>A) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.9 &#8211; August 4, 2022<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-licensing-and-tech-spec-enhancements\">\u2022 New Licensing and Tech Spec Enhancements<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">After the merge and the formation of JD Power Chrome Data, the update added licensing access for Toyota and Ford build data to provide expanded access to key manufacturer information. All technical specifications were improved with separate attributes for units of measurement to facilitate more precise data integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ev-specific-updates\">\u2022 EV-Specific Updates:<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">A shift to MPGe for multiple EV feature IDs enabled better fuel efficiency representation for electric vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"additional-cylinder-count-and-device-integration-features\">\u2022 Additional Cylinder Count and Device Integration Features<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">The update introduced numerical values for the number of cylinders and an \u201cApp Link Smart device integration\u201d feature to enhance support for connected device functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"package-description-overhaul\">\u2022 Package Description Overhaul<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Package descriptions now align more closely with OEM designations, enhancing accuracy in dealer and consumer-facing applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"b-release-1-11-november-10-2022\"><strong>B) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.11 &#8211; November 10, 2022<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"feature-key-addition-for-option-codes\">\u2022 Feature Key Addition for Option Codes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-13 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">A new feature key system was introduced to better categorize option codes, providing a more granular view of available packages and options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enhanced-decode-source-selection\">\u2022 Enhanced Decode Source Selection<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Users gained the ability to filter VIN decoding based on preferred data sources, ensuring greater control over the data hierarchy and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-ev-hybrid-and-ice-data-feature\">\u2022 New EV, Hybrid, and ICE Data Feature<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Feature ID 105130 now returns detailed information on EV, hybrid, or ICE classification, supporting the demand for alternative powertrain data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"c-release-1-12-january-12-2023\"><strong>C) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.12 &nbsp;&#8211; January 12, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"engineered-source-profile-control\">\u2022 Engineered Source Profile Control<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Users can now filter responses to include only verified or validated data, or both, improving response accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"expanded-option-code-and-package-attributes\">\u2022 Expanded Option Code and Package Attributes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Enhancements included a new \u201caltOptionCode\u201d attribute for options and packages, allowing differentiation between OEM and internal codes, further aligning data with specific manufacturer options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"standard-and-optional-content-indicators\">\u2022 Standard and Optional Content Indicators<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">OptionCodeContent and package indicators differentiate between installed optional and standard features, adding clarity for complex configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"d-release-1-13-march-2-2023\"><strong>D) &nbsp;JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.13 &#8211; March 2, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"detailed-tire-specifications\">\u2022  Detailed Tire Specifications<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Tire attributes were expanded with six new tech specs, improving granularity for tire data representation, critical for inventory and service applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enhanced-msrp-reporting\">\u2022 Enhanced MSRP Reporting<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Built MSRP values now return as estimated MSRPs if available, providing accurate pricing information for inventory management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"emission-data-fixes-and-warranty-information-improvements\">\u2022 Emission Data Fixes and Warranty Information Improvements<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-21 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Emissions equipment and warranty data have been enhanced, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"e-release-1-14-april-11-2023\"><strong>E) &nbsp;JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.14 &#8211; April 11, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"optional-paint-pricing-and-new-compressor-feature\">\u2022 Optional Paint Pricing and New Compressor Feature<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-22 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Optional paint MSRPs are now returned as part of the optionCodeContent, and a new feature was added to specify if an engine includes a turbo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-c-data-and-fuel-type-updates\">\u2022 A\/C Data and Fuel Type Updates<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-23 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">The air conditioning feature ID and updates to fuel type descriptors were incorporated, supporting more robust climate control and fuel efficiency data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"f-release-1-15-april-27-2023\"><strong>F) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.15 &#8211; April 27, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"new-tech-specs-for-ev-motors\">\u2022 New Tech Specs for EV Motors<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Features for fourth electric motor output and torque were introduced, supporting the increasing complexity of electric drivetrains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"honda-acura-terminology-update\">\u2022 Honda\/Acura Terminology Update<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">&#8220;Sunroof&#8221; was replaced with &#8220;Moonroof&#8221; in all Honda and Acura data fields, aligning terminology with manufacturer standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ev-hybrid-indicator-for-features-and-specs\">\u2022  EV\/Hybrid Indicator for Features and Specs<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-26 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Indicators now show whether a feature or tech spec is specific to EV or hybrid vehicles, streamlining data integration for electrified models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"g-release-1-19-august-10-2023\"><strong>G) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.19 &#8211; August 10, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"advanced-fuel-economy-and-dual-rear-wheels\">\u2022 Advanced Fuel Economy and Dual Rear Wheels<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-27 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">New features provided data on dual rear wheels and specific city, highway, and combined electric fuel economy equivalents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"enhanced-colour-matching-logic\">\u2022 Enhanced Colour Matching Logic<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-28 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Interior and exterior colour data was refined to return only colours matched by option codes, addressing multiple match issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"expanded-feature-key-support-in-vss\">\u2022 Expanded Feature Key Support in VSS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-29 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">The VSS response now includes feature keys for better alignment between options, packages, and technical specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-release-1-20-october-12-2023\"><strong>H)&nbsp;JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.20 &#8211; October 12, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comprehensive-vin-content-retrieval\">\u2022 Comprehensive VIN Content Retrieval<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-30 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Users can now retrieve all installed and available features, tech specs, and colour options for a VIN, a major enhancement for comprehensive vehicle data management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"single-marketing-car-segmentation\">\u2022 Single Marketing Car Segmentation<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-31 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">&nbsp;A new classification was introduced, offering additional categorization for marketing and segmentation analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"expanded-collection-codes\">\u2022 Expanded Collection Codes<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-32 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">A \u201ccollectionCode\u201d attribute was added to group options, improving organizational capabilities for data-heavy environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"578\" height=\"382\" src=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dealership-software.png\" alt=\"JD Power Autodata Solutions\" class=\"wp-image-30255\" style=\"width:606px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dealership-software.png 578w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dealership-software-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dealership-software-370x245.png 370w, https:\/\/himcos.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/dealership-software-410x271.png 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 578px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"i-release-1-21-december-7-2023\"><strong>I) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.21 &#8211; December 7, 2023<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ads-categories-and-drivetrain-grouping\">\u2022 ADS Categories and Drivetrain Grouping<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-33 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">New ADS categories and drivetrain options were added, improving response customization for ADS-migrated customers and drivetrain data access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"compliant-model-name-settings\">\u2022 Compliant Model Name Settings<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-34 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">A setting now allows users to specify whether to include compliant marketing model names, addressing regional naming variances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"digital-radio-descriptors\">\u2022  Digital Radio Descriptors<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-35 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">&#8220;HD&#8221; was replaced by &#8220;Digital&#8221; in radio descriptors, aligning with digital streaming standards across vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"j-release-1-22-february-6-2024\"><strong>J) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.22 &#8211; February 6, 2024<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safety-recall-and-design-change-indicators\">\u2022 Safety, Recall, and Design Change Indicators<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-36 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 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3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Enabled retrieval of regional vehicle data with the \u201cIncludeRegionalVehicles\u201d parameter, providing enhanced vehicle data visibility based on region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"option-detail-fix\">\u2022 Option Detail Fix<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-43 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.22), 16px);\">Fixed missing option details within the option code content section of responses, ensuring comprehensive option data is available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"m-release-1-28-october-8-2024\"><strong>M) JD Power Autodata Solutions Release 1.28 \u2013 October 8, 2024<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"build-data-override-and-pass-thru-enhancements\">\u2022 Build Data Override and PassThru Enhancements<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-dark-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-44 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 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