About us
The Milestone of a Lifetime
In India, a car is never just a machine. It is a member of the family, a symbol of hard-earned success, and a vehicle for a thousand memories. Whether it’s your first hatchback or a premium SUV, the journey from the booking counter to the delivery bay is filled with excitement.
However, at PDI Cars, we realized that for many Indian buyers, this joy is often clouded by a shadow of doubt. Is this car truly “new”? Was it damaged in transit? Are there hidden factory defects?
Our Mission: Transparency Without a Price Tag
PDI Cars (pdicars.com) was founded with a singular, disruptive mission: To ensure that every Indian car buyer gets exactly what they paid for—without charging them a single penny.
While the market is flooded with paid inspection services and “premium” checklists, we believe that basic consumer safety and quality assurance should be a right, not a luxury. We have built the ultimate Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Tool tailored specifically for the Indian automotive landscape—from the dusty stockyards of Delhi to the humid coastal roads of Kerala.
Why We Exist
The Indian car market is unique. High demand often leads to rushed dealer inspections, and long transit distances from factories to showrooms increase the risk of minor “touch-ups” that an untrained eye might miss.
Research suggests that nearly 1 in 7 new cars in India has a minor transit-related issue or a manufacturing niggle that goes unnoticed at the time of delivery. Once the registration papers are signed, the leverage shifts to the dealer. We are here to keep the power in your hands.
What Makes PDI Cars Unique?
1. Expert-Grade Checklists for Free
We don’t just give you a “top 10 things to check” list. Our tool provides an exhaustive, 150+ point digital checklist that mirrors the professional standards used by industry experts. We cover:
- The Exterior: Paint thickness variations, panel gaps, and transit scuffs.
- The Mechanicals: Fluid levels, engine sounds, and battery health.
- The Interiors: Electronic glitches, upholstery quality, and odometer tampering checks.
- The Paperwork: VIN decoding, Form 22 verification, and insurance nuances.
2. Designed for the “Aam Aadmi”
You don’t need to be a mechanic to use PDI Cars. Our tool is designed with a “Simple-First” philosophy. Each checkpoint comes with easy-to-understand instructions and visual cues, helping you spot a repainted bumper or a worn-out tyre as easily as a professional.
3. Zero Fees, Zero Bias
Unlike third-party inspection agencies that might have tie-ups or paid consultations, pdicars.com is 100% free. We do not take commissions from dealers, and we do not sell your data. Our only “profit” is the satisfaction of knowing another Indian family drove home in a perfect, safe vehicle.
Our Vision for Bharat
We envision an India where no car buyer feels intimidated by a showroom environment. We want to standardize the delivery experience so that dealers know: If a customer is using PDI Cars, the vehicle must be flawless.
By providing a high-tech, digital-first inspection tool for free, we are leveling the playing field. We are more than just a website; we are your “Digital Elder Brother” or “Automotive Expert Friend” standing right next to you at the stockyard.
Join the Movement
Thousands of Indian car buyers have already used our tool to reject defective units, claim repairs before delivery, and ensure their hard-earned money is well-spent.
Don’t just take delivery. Take command.
Meet the Team
We are a group of automotive enthusiasts, tech geeks, and former industry professionals who were tired of seeing buyers get the short end of the stick. Based out of India, we live and breathe the Indian car scene, and we are committed to keeping this platform free, updated, and unbiased—forever.
How can you support us?
Since we don’t charge you for our services, the best way to help is to spread the word. If our tool helped you find a defect or gave you peace of mind, share pdicars.com with your friends and family. Let’s make the Indian car-buying experience the best in the world.