PKC - Power Check Control
Power Check Control is a European certified tool for obtaining an immediate assessment of the health status of an electric car battery. The PKC certificate shows the residual battery performance for more than 90% of electric vehicles (BEV) in Europe. Other KPIs are available to understand the current battery wear condition.

A certified and recognized solution

- Quattroruote Professional, part of the Domus Editorial Group, is the Italian leader in automotive publishing with 65 years of experience in testing and collecting data on vehicle performance.
- This expertise covers all types of vehicles, including electric, and thus brings increased value and accuracy to the battery diagnostic solution (PKC).

- The PKC – Power Check Control has been officially validated by CARA (Car Remarketing Association Europe), the reference organization in the field of automotive remarketing in Europe. This validation is not trivial: it ensures that the PKC meets the most demanding standards for assessing the health status of electric vehicle batteries.
- The certification was carried out by the independent company TÜV SÜD, recognized worldwide for its expertise in control and standardization. It certifies that the PKC complies with the CARA Battery Health Check®standard, a reference framework created to meet the needs of the used electric vehicle market.
Why choose PKC?

A solution for all the automotive market
- Dealerships, car dealers and vehicle fleets: You can check the condition of batteries before sale or entry into service, providing full transparency to your customers and boosting their confidence. This reduces downtime, optimizes vehicle availability and values their residual value.
- Garages, repair workshops and insurers: Allows for accurate and rapid diagnosis of batteries to optimize interventions. Services are modernized and differentiated through battery health certification, while protecting insurers from battery risks.
- Technical visit centers and training schools: Provides educational tools and certifications to train and evaluate the condition of batteries, while standardizing procedures to ensure safety and reliability.
- Battery recycling centers: Ensures the evaluation and monitoring of batteries for efficient and valued recycling, while optimizing treatment and recovery processes.
- Spare parts dealers: Offers solutions adapted to electric vehicles, saving time and reducing costs related to interventions.
How to use PKC?
1.Get the PKC kit
EOBD connectors and cables adapted to the different types of EOBD sockets, to ensure compatibility with the vast majority of electric and plug-in hybrid models on the market.
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Infocar Power checK Control
PKC certification is a big step towards a deeper knowledge of electric and rechargeable vehicles.
The indicators of the PKC certificate :
- Vehicle identification data: serial number (VIN) and ID certificate.
- Maximum capacity of the battery compared to the new original vehicle (here expressed in %)
- Number of slow and fast recharges performed (AC/DC).
- Performance indicators
- Maximum and minimum voltage status of the battery cells
- Cell voltage graph: visualization of the voltage state of the different cells of the battery.
Models supported by PKC

Infocar Power Check Control currently supports over 90% of BEV and plug-in hybrid vehicles, with a constantly updated database.
It also offers:
- Vehicle value determination aid
- Have more information available during the purchase phase
- Provide your prospect with a comprehensive report
Our Prices – Our Packs to adapt to your activity
PKC Kit + 25 certificates
Kit + Pack of certificates-
1 Complete PKC Kit (2 OBDII dongles + 5 adapter cables)
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25 certificates included
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Access to the PKC app (iOS & Android)
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Standard technical support
PKC Kit + 50 certificates
Kit + Pack of certificates-
1 Complete PKC Kit (2 OBDII dongles + 5 adapter cables)
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50 certificates included
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Access to the PKC app (iOS & Android)
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Standard technical support
PKC Kit + 100 certificates
Kit + Pack of certificates-
1 Complete PKC Kit (2 OBDII dongle + 5 adapter cables)
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100 certificates included
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Access to the PKC app (iOS & Android)
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Standard technical support
* The delivery charges are set at £50
Order additional certificates
25 certificates
Pack of certificates-
25 certificates included
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Access to the PKC app (iOS & Android)
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Standard technical support
Ready to proceed?
Contact us to learn more and discover how Infocar PKC can boost your business.
FAQs
What is PKC?
PKC Power check Control is European certified tool for obtaining an immediate assessment of the health status of an electric car battery,
The PKC certificate shows the residual battery performance for more than 90% of electric vehicles (BEV) in Europe
What is the PKC kit?
The PKC kit contains everything you need to perform complete diagnostics:
2 Bluetooth OBD dongles
5 adapter cables for maximum compatibility with vehicles.
Who can use PKC?
Car dealers/ Resellers
After-sales services, garages, repairers
Insurance companies (valuation, claims, resale)
Technical visit centers and training schools
- Battery recycling centers and spare parts resellers
Understanding the PKC certificate
The PKC certificate assesses the health of an electric battery using several indicators: SOH (remaining capacity, ideally >80%), cell imbalance (stable voltages = healthy battery), energy consumption (Wh/km), charging history (slow charges are preferable) and number of cycles, an indicator of wear and tear.
What is the validity period of a PKC certificate pack?
A pack of PKC certificates is valid for 12 months.
Is this certificate recognized by professionals?
Yes. The test certificate is recognized by workshops, garages, insurance companies and automotive experts as reliable proof of battery condition.
PKC is compatible with all brands of electric cars?
Most professional testers are compatible with multiple brands. However, some brands use proprietary protocols (e.g. Tesla) requiring specific tools. Always check compatibility before purchase.
What are the advantages of investing in PKC?
It is an essential tool for:
✅ Secure the purchase or sale of an electric vehicle (EV)
✅ Value a vehicle through certified battery diagnostics
✅ Bring transparency to your transactions (individuals or professionals)
✅ Retain your customers as a garage or reseller
✅ Avoid unpleasant surprises related to a worn-out or unbalanced battery
Our partners
PKC – Power Check Control
EV Battery Health & Official Online Certificate
PKC is a CARA-certified solution that instantly evaluates the State of Health (SoH) and degradation of an electric vehicle battery, delivering a secure and verifiable certificate.
- Comprehensive residual performance analysis (SoH)
- Trusted certification for used EV sales
- Compatible with 90%+ of electric vehicle models
- Fast, simple connection via OBD dongle
- Complete PKC kit with all required adapters
- Results available online with QR verification

