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# Raw Data

## Overview

Many of Terminal's endpoints support a `raw` parameter that enables you to retreive the underlying raw data used to form the common model. This can helpful in scenarios when a provider includes very unique fields that may not fit in to a unified model.

Here's a quick demonstration of how raw data works in Terminal:

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### Considerations

It's important to note that using the `raw` parameter may impact response times slightly (very minimal) and should only be used in scenarios where it is necessary.

If you plan to use `raw`, please let us know as we are always curious to hear about gaps in our common model that might be roadmap opportunities.

<Warning>
  When `raw` is `true`, Vehicle Location and Vehicle Stats ingested within the
  last 15 minutes may not include `raw`. `limit` must be `500` or less
</Warning>

## Usage

When making a `GET` call to a supported endpoint, set the `raw` query parameter to `true` and retreive the common model as well as an additional `raw` property that includes the most recent list of raw responses used to form the common model.

### Example Response

Here's an example of a request to `/vehicles/{id}?raw=true`

```JSON theme={null}
{
  "id": "id_pfx_01D8ZQFGHVJ858NBF2Q7DV9MNC",
  "sourceId": "33901",
  "provider": "verizon-reveal",
  "status": "active",
  "name": "FD 0339",
  "make": "FORD",
  "model": "ECONOLINE",
  "year": 2010,
  "raw": [
    {
      "provider": "verizon-reveal",
      "schema": "Vehicle",
      "extractedAt": "2023-03-26T17:57:40.942Z",
      "data": {
        "Name": "FD 0339",
        "VehicleNumber": "33901",
        "RegistrationNumber": null,
        "VIN": null,
        "Make": "FORD",
        "Year": 2010,
        "Model": "ECONOLINE",
        "TankCapacity": null,
        "HighwayMPG": null,
        "CityMPG": null,
        "VehicleSize": 0,
        "HasNavigationDevice": true
      }
    }
  ]
}
```