CAR files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Car Explorer Data File
Data file used by Car Explorer to view car model information; saved in the eXtensible Car Description (XCD) format. Includes make, model, year, price, dimensions, and images. By design, files store al...
General Information
| Title | CAR File Extension |
| Extension | .car |
| Full Form | Car Explorer Data File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Unknown |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store car data |
| Additional Functions | Data analysis, Import/export |
| Features | Structured data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Vehicle Data Management | Yes |
| Simulation Import | Yes |
| Data Analysis | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Embedded scripts |
| Best Practices | File validation, Secure sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Unknown |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .csv, .xml, .json |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Car Explorer |
N/A | Unknown |
| Various Developers |
Varies | Varies |
Type 2: Brew Component Application Resource
Application resources use the .BRX extension in older BREW 3.x and 4.x programs. BRX files were deprecated with Brew MP release. Using Brew MP SDK, you can convert BRX to CAR files. The Brew MP SDK in...
General Information
| Title | CAR File Extension |
| Extension | .car |
| Full Form | Component Application Resource File |
| File Type | Package/Archive File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.curl.car |
File Function
| Primary Function | Package resources |
| Additional Functions | Data encapsulation, Deployment |
| Features | Compressed, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With compatible tools |
Use Cases
| Enterprise Applications | Yes |
| Service-Oriented Architecture | Yes |
| Middleware Deployment | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering, Malicious code |
| Best Practices | Signature verification, Secure transport |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by platform |
| Latest Version | Depends on implementation |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jar, .war, .ear, .sar |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Curl RTE |
Free | Windows, Linux, macOS |
 Apache CarDeployer |
Free | Java platform |
| Carbon Tools |
Free | Windows, Linux, macOS |
Type 3: Compiled Asset Catalog
General Information
| Title | .CAR File Extension |
| Extension | .car |
| Full Form | Compiled Asset Catalog |
| File Type | Binary File |
| Developer | Apple Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store assets |
| Additional Functions | Resource management |
| Features | Optimized, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| iOS Apps | Yes |
| macOS Apps | Yes |
| WatchOS Apps | Yes |
| tvOS Apps | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Asset validation, Code signing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | iOS 7 (2013) |
| Latest Version | Associated with iOS updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .assets, .ipa, .xcassets |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Xcode |
Free | Mac |
| Asset Catalog Tinkerer |
Free | Mac |
| ThemeEngine |
Free | Mac |
Type 4: CAR Archive
General Information
| Title | CAR Archive File Extension |
| Extension | .car |
| Full Form | Component Application Resource Archive |
| File Type | Archive File |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Package components |
| Additional Functions | Data compression, Encapsulation |
| Features | Bundling, Portability |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Enterprise Applications | Yes |
| Service-Oriented Architecture | Yes |
| Software Deployment | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Secure sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jar, .war, .ear, .sar |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Tuscany |
Free | Cross-platform |
 IBM WebSphere |
Paid | Windows, Linux |
Type 5: Gary Gadget Car File
General Information
| Title | .CAR File Extension |
| Extension | .car |
| Full Form | Gary Gadget Car File |
| File Type | Game File |
| Developer | Viva Media |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store car designs |
| Additional Functions | Enable customization |
| Features | 2D representation, User-defined |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, within game |
Use Cases
| Game Customization | Yes |
| Vehicle Design | Yes |
| Educational Tool | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Game updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Game-specific |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .gam, .sav, .cfg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Gadget Building Cars |
Retail game | Windows, Mac |