How to Determine Vehicle Year from Windshield Number?

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For example: "8", the number 8 indicates the year, meaning it was produced in 2008. A black dot before the "8" indicates production in the first half of the year, while a black dot after the "8" indicates production in the second half of the year. Below are detailed explanations about the windshield number: Date Explanation: When comparing the windshield production date with the vehicle's nameplate production date (a small plate located on the left or right side above the front wheel when you open the hood), the windshield date must be earlier than the nameplate date. Additional Information: VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): The VIN, also known as the vehicle identification code, is a set of seventeen alphanumeric characters that serve as the car's unique identifier. Each vehicle has its own unique VIN. The letters and numbers in the VIN represent information such as the vehicle's production region, manufacturer, production year, model, etc.