Question 1

What is Cartoq?

Accepted Answer

Cartoq is India's automotive intelligence platform that helps you make confident car buying decisions. We transform the typically chaotic 3-6 month car research journey into an organized, intelligent process where nothing is ever lost. Unlike traditional car websites that just list specifications, we provide deep, multi-source intelligence that goes beyond brochures—including real owner experiences, hidden insights, AI-powered comparisons, and personalized recommendations.

Question 2

How is Cartoq different from other car websites?

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Cartoq has three fundamental differences: (1) Research Persistence - Your research automatically saves as you explore. Every model you view, every comparison you make stays in your personal workspace. (2) Intelligence Depth - We go beyond basic specifications with 10 layers of validated intelligence including owner truths, hidden discoveries, variant value analysis, and confidence scoring. (3) Decision Focus - We guide you through the entire decision journey with clear recommendations.

Question 3

Is Cartoq free to use?

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Yes. Browsing models, reading news, accessing specifications, and using our comparison tools is completely free. Creating an account to save your research and access our intelligence features is also free. We're supported by partnerships with automotive brands and advertisers who value access to serious car buyers.

Question 4

Do I need to create an account?

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You can browse freely without an account, but creating one unlocks the full value of Cartoq: save your research so nothing is lost, access intelligence layers with deep analysis, get personalized recommendations and assess insights with confidence scoring. Creating an account takes less than 5 seconds with just your Google email address.

Question 5

What is intelligence vs regular car information?

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Regular car information includes specifications, features, and pricing from manufacturer brochures. Cartoq Intelligence goes deeper with: Owner Truths from hundreds of verified owners, Hidden Insights not mentioned in official materials, Variant Analysis showing which trim levels offer genuine value, Persona Matching for your lifestyle, Comparative Context against competitors, and Confidence Scoring showing data reliability. Intelligence helps you understand not just what a car has, but whether it's right for you.

Question 6

How often is model information updated?

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Specifications and pricing are updated immediately when manufacturers announce changes. Intelligence layers are refreshed monthly with new owner insights and analysis. News and reviews are published daily (15+ new articles). Comparison data syncs with latest model information. If a car receives a facelift, pricing change, or new variant, we update it promptly.

Question 7

Can I compare more than 2 cars?

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Yes, you can compare any number of cars in a segment for simple specs comparisons. For Comparison Intelligence, you can see detailed comparison between two cars only. We have found through user surveys that direct one-to-one comparisons are most effective. For comparing more models, you can save multiple comparisons to your research workspace and review them separately.

Question 8

What is the AI verdict in comparisons?

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When you access Comparison Intelligence (requires login), CartoqAI analyzes both vehicles across 10 categories and declares clear winners: Performance, Fuel efficiency, Practicality, Features & technology, Value for money, Safety, Comfort, Styling & design, Ownership experience, and Overall winner. These verdicts are based on comprehensive data analysis, expert and owner reviews, helping you understand which car performs better in categories that matter to you.

Question 9

What information do you collect when I create an account?

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We collect only what's necessary: Email address for account access, Password (encrypted and secure), Research activity (models viewed, comparisons made, items saved), and optional Preferences to help personalize recommendations. We never sell your personal information. See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

Question 10

Is my research visible to others?

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No. Your saved research, preferences, and activity are completely private. Only you can see what's in your research workspace. We may use aggregated, anonymized data to improve the platform and provide market insights, but your individual research remains confidential.

Question 11

Can I delete my account and data?

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Yes, at any time. You can delete your account from your account settings, which removes all your personal information and saved research. If you need assistance with account deletion, contact us at support@cartoq.com.

Question 12

Can I access Cartoq on mobile?

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Absolutely. Cartoq is built mobile-first with 100% feature parity between mobile and desktop. Everything you can do on desktop works perfectly on mobile: browse and filter models, access intelligence layers, create and save comparisons, manage your research workspace, and sync seamlessly across devices.

Question 13

Can I export my research?

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Research items cannot be exported outside the platform. However, you can share your entire research workspace with up to 3 family members or friends who can view all your saved items within Cartoq. To share: Go to My Research, click Share Workspace, enter email addresses, and they'll receive an invitation. Shared users can see everything you've saved but cannot delete or export items. You can revoke access anytime.

Question 14

How do I share comparisons with family or friends?

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You have two ways to share: (1) Share Individual Comparison Links - Each comparison has a unique shareable link you can copy and share via WhatsApp, email, or messaging apps. Recipients don't need an account to view basic comparisons. (2) Share Your Entire Research Workspace (Recommended for Family) - Give family members access to all your saved research. Go to My Research, click Share Workspace, and invite up to 3 people by email. Perfect for family car-buying decisions where multiple people need to review the same research.

Question 15

How do I reset my password?

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Cartoq uses Google Sign-In for authentication. You don't need a separate password for Cartoq. To access your account: Click Sign In, choose Continue with Google, and log in with your Google account. If you're having trouble accessing your Google account, visit Google Account Recovery to reset your Google password. For other login issues, contact support@cartoq.com.

Question 16

Does Cartoq sell cars directly?

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No. We're an intelligence platform that helps you make confident decisions, not a dealer or marketplace. When you're ready to buy, we can connect you with OEMs and their dealers for the models you're interested in, armed with the research you've built.

Question 17

Can you help me get the best price?

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While we don't negotiate on your behalf, Cartoq provides: City-specific pricing information so you know expected on-road costs, Variant value analysis showing which trim offers best value, Market intelligence about typical discounts and deals, and Exportable research you can use when negotiating with dealers. Knowledge is your best negotiation tool, and we provide that.

Question 18

Are your reviews biased toward advertisers?

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No. We maintain strict editorial independence. Advertisers and partners have zero influence on our analysis, recommendations, or intelligence. Our business model is transparent: we provide value to users, which attracts an engaged audience, which brands want to reach. The moment we compromise on honesty, we lose user trust—and our entire value proposition collapses.

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