Glossary
Type plate
Plate with engine and vehicle data.
Type plates provide engine codes, gearbox codes, and production data. Photos and OCR support capture. In German used-parts trade, Type plate is an everyday term. Recyclers should use it consistently in the team and ERP so search, eBay listings, and customer communication align. Technically correct maintenance saves inquiries and reduces returns. Document relevant attributes in structured fields instead of free text only. Train new staff specifically on this term, especially at vehicle intake and part capture.