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Why Use Vehicle Lettering?
- Use code ONTHEGO15 to get 15% off vehicle lettering. Valid through December 31, 2026.
- Fade and peel-resistant.
- Easy to apply and remove.
- Durable, weather-resistant vinyl.
- Option for custom designs from simple to complex.
- Perfect for business branding and promotions.
Vehicle Lettering
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Vehicle lettering for cars, vans, trucks, and trailers. Printed for long-term use, they promote your message wherever you take your wheels. Ideal for business names, logos, DOT numbers, and promotions.
$56.63
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Why Use Vehicle Lettering?
- Use code ONTHEGO15 to get 15% off vehicle lettering. Valid through December 31, 2026.
- Fade and peel-resistant.
- Easy to apply and remove.
- Durable, weather-resistant vinyl.
- Option for custom designs from simple to complex.
- Perfect for business branding and promotions.
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What is Vehicle Lettering?
Vehicle lettering is a weather-resistant, custom-cut adhesive vinyl that sticks to your car. It is an affordable marketing solution that comes in one shape without a background.
You can put your customized vinyl lettering for vehicles on any type of car. The selection includes cars, vans, SUVs, large trucks, race cars, motorcycles, boats, off-road and commercial vehicles, and more.
Use car lettering to promote your business names, logos, phone numbers, or websites. Modify the colors, fonts, and text.
Need to advertise your services, enhance your branding, or promote seasonal discounts? Our vinyl lettering for trucks and cars has you covered.
Don’t miss your chance to expose your brand name in front of hundreds of people daily.
Check our vinyl lettering options if you are looking for a sleek, text-only option. It works on walls, windows, and other smooth surfaces beyond vehicles. We also offer truck decals for complex branded elements, detailed artwork, or full graphics.
Vehicle Lettering Features
- We craft our vehicle lettering from weather-resistant polyvinyl chloride. It stands up to sun, rain, and road dirt for more than three years;
- UV-curing technology gives printed areas a non-glaring matte finish that’s perfect for vehicle advertising;
- Laser-sharp cutting provides fine details and thin strokes. You can rest assured that even small fonts stay readable;
- We offer a wide size range to fit any of your requirements. Order from 1" x 1" up to 58" x 1,680" to satisfy any design need;
- The vehicle lettering peels off without damaging your car's factory paint.
Material & Printing Technology of Vehicle Lettering
Most adhesives fade or peel after a season on the road. Our lettering for vehicles uses durable adhesive vinyl made of polyvinyl chloride. The material will serve you for more than three years without compromising on quality.
Vinyl truck lettering represents the exact shape you envision. We print your design in full color on opaque vinyl, then cut it to the exact outline of your letters, numbers, and logo. The opaque vinyl keeps your colors true, even on dark-colored vehicles. We use UV-curing technology that dries inks the moment they hit the surface. The high-quality inks will keep the colors vibrant as long as the product lasts. The printed areas have a matte finish that holds up to direct sunlight for years, while unprinted areas of the vinyl stay glossy.
The vinyl peels off easily when you don’t need it anymore. It doesn’t damage your vehicle’s factory paint. Warm the lettering with a hair dryer before you peel it, and it leaves little to no residue, even after more than a year on the road.
The same process powers our vinyl lettering for trucks, trailers, and vans. Your design arrives ready to apply to whatever vehicle you drive.
Popular Sizes for Vehicle Lettering
We provide vinyl vehicle/truck lettering ranging from 1”x1” to 58”x1,680” in size. Let’s find out the most popular size options for this product.
- 6″×8″: Choose this size for putting small messages on your vehicle. You can feature business logos or contact info on car doors, windows, or rear bumpers;
- 23″×28″: Opt for this space-saving size option if you strive for balanced visibility. It’s great for brief slogans on van side panels, tailgates, or truck doors;
- 39″×41″: Select this variant to elevate your company’s branding on larger vans, pickup trucks, or rear panels. This size provides strong visibility along with detailed graphics;
- 51″×54″: Go for this large size for full logos and taglines. It features high-impact visuals on box trucks, trailers, or large service vehicles.
The price of custom vinyl lettering for cars depends on size.
Vehicle Lettering Visibility Chart
You should measure your vehicle’s size before you design and order the car lettering. The chart below shows readable distance by font size. Use it to pick the right size for your vinyl lettering for vehicles. Add one inch to your car lettering height for every 10 feet of viewing distance.
| Vehicle Lettering Height | Readable Distance for Maximum Impact | Maximum Readable Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3″ | 30′ | 100′ |
| 4″ | 40′ | 150′ |
| 6″ | 60′ | 200′ |
| 8″ | 80′ | 350′ |
| 9″ | 90′ | 400′ |
| 10″ | 100′ | 450′ |
| 12″ | 120′ | 525′ |
| 15″ | 150′ | 630′ |
| 18″ | 180′ | 750′ |
| 24″ | 240′ | 1,000′ |
| 30″ | 300′ | 1,250′ |
| 36″ | 360′ | 1,500′ |
| 42″ | 420′ | 1,750′ |
| 48″ | 480′ | 2,000′ |
| 54″ | 540′ | 2,250′ |
| 60″ | 600′ | 2,500′ |
Note: Please remember that the numbers in the chart might differ depending on the color you choose for your vehicle lettering. Select a color for your custom car lettering that contrasts with your vehicle’s background. The contrast gives you clear visibility on the road.
Specifications
| Material: | Opaque vinyl (standard) or reflective vinyl |
|---|---|
| Thickness: | 4 mil |
| Printing Method: | Full-color, UV digital printing, cut to the outline of your design |
| Application Type: | Dry, peel-and-stick application only |
| Adhesive: | Removable acrylic adhesive |
| Lamination: | None |
| Minimum Size: | 1” x 1” |
| Maximum Size: | 600” x 600” |
| Common Sizes: | 4” x 12”, 12” x 24”, 24” x 36”, 24” x 48” |
| Lifespan: | 3+ years outdoors |
Usage of Lettering for Vehicles
You can apply vinyl vehicle lettering to all kinds of vehicles, such as trucks, trailers, and sedans. The product is customizable with a majority of size options you can choose from.
Truck Lettering
Trucks are ideal vehicles for spreading promotional messages on the go. Use this product to advertise your services or provide useful information. You can apply commercial truck lettering on the blank doors, tailgate, hood, and other vehicle parts. You can also use custom truck lettering on service vehicles such as fire trucks or ambulances. Choose from the wide variety of fonts and colors to get a commercial truck lettering design.
Trailer Lettering
Vinyl lettering for trailers works great whether you’re driving along the highway or stuck in traffic. Use the large, blank sides of your vehicle for branding and advertising purposes. Create your trailer lettering from start to finish by using our intuitive sign design tool. Our design platform lets you personalize your trailer lettering with a few clicks. Check out our trailer decals if you’re looking for large illustrations for your cargo trailer.
Van Lettering
Large vans provide local services or transport goods over long distances. Their size and capacity offer a blank canvas. Why not use them for branding and promotions while you’re at it? Take advantage of the surface area and promote your expertise with commercial van lettering. Browse through our vehicle templates for van lettering if you’re looking for design inspiration. Our templates are modifiable, so feel free to change the font, color, and other features. Get the van lettering design you want in a matter of minutes.
Common Uses of Custom Lettering for Vehicles
Automotive vinyl lettering works for almost any business that drives. Here you have three common ways businesses put it to use on the road.
Company Branding
Use business lettering on vehicles to transform your every drive into a strong marketing opportunity. Display your company name and logo on your vehicle doors or panels. Pick high-contrast colors, so your branding stays sharp from a long distance.
Compliance Information
Keep your commercial vehicle road-ready with required identifiers. Federal rules require your legal or single trade name and your USDOT number, shown as “USDOT 123456,” on both sides of the vehicle. The marking must contrast sharply with the background and be readable from 50 feet in daylight. Some states add their own rules, so check yours before ordering.
Seasonal Promotions and Event Advertising
Get your seasonal offers in front of new customers every day. Apply your Hot Sale message during the holidays to drive store traffic. Switch to Grand Opening or Summer Specials when the season changes. Match the seasonal colors to your offer for stronger visual impact. Order a fresh set each season, or choose car magnets if you swap messages often.
Application of Vehicle Lettering
How to Apply Vehicle Lettering: Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Choose a smooth surface on your vehicle.
Step 2: Remove all dirt from the application area with a clean cloth.
Step 3: Use a level tool to mark where you want to place your lettering.
Step 4: Peel the backing paper from one edge of the adhesive lettering.
Step 5: Attach the exposed edge to the vehicle surface and gradually apply the rest sideways.
Step 6: Use a Squeegee or plastic card to press and remove any trapped air bubbles.
Step 7: Peel off the transfer tape, leaving the lettering securely on the vehicle.
Note: You cannot reposition the lettering after applying it to the vehicle surface. Check this installation guide for full setup details.
How to Remove Truck Lettering Safely
Step 1: Use a blow dryer to warm the lettering and soften the adhesive.
Step 2: Gently peel the lettering back in the opposite direction, starting at one corner.
Step 3: Wipe the area with a damp towel to remove any leftover adhesive residue, dust, or debris.
Important: Avoid using razor blades or sharp tools during removal to prevent damaging your vehicle’s paint.
Care for Car and Truck Lettering
Your vehicle lettering needs little care to look sharp for years. Here are the steps you need to follow for perfect care. Use mild soap and lukewarm water to wash your vehicle lettering. Skip high-pressure car washes for 72 hours after installation. You should also not use harsh chemicals that may damage the finish. Inspect the auto lettering every few months to ensure a long lifespan for your product.
Custom Vehicle Lettering: Durable, Vibrant, Easy to Apply
Our premium custom vehicle lettering transforms your vehicle into a powerful mobile billboard. It helps your brand stand out wherever you go.
Our high-quality vehicle lettering delivers professional results that last. Use it to promote your business, personalize your ride, or create eye-catching graphics, impossible to overlook.
Don’t miss out on the chance to turn heads and attract new customers. Order your custom vehicle lettering online and drive your message home with style and impact.
Our high-quality vehicle lettering delivers professional results that last. Use it to promote your business, personalize your ride, or create eye-catching graphics, impossible to overlook.
Don’t miss out on the chance to turn heads and attract new customers. Order your custom vehicle lettering online and drive your message home with style and impact.
Vehicle Lettering FAQ
- You can find a number of fonts and subtypes for lettering on trucks on our design platform, including Serif, Handwriting, and Monospace. Contact our team if you don’t find the one that you need for your product. Our professionals will find the commercial truck lettering font you need and apply it for you free of charge.
- Our lettering for vehicles doesn't have a background. The symbols are individually cut and masked with a transfer tape. The tape keeps the symbols together and allows for easy application. Explore our car decals if you’re interested in a design that features a background.
- Yes, you can apply vehicle lettering to bumpers or any other smooth part of your vehicle. We provide a wide range of sizes and designs. Choose a font style and size that fits your bumper’s flat area.
- Carefully remove the backing paper of your vinyl lettering for cars and apply it to a dust-free surface. Smooth it out with a squeegee to get rid of any air bubbles stuck under the vehicle lettering. When done, take off the transfer tape starting on one corner and slowly moving sideward. For step-by-step instructions, check out our installation guide.
- Our lettering for vehicles is water-resistant, and its adhesive holds firmly on the road when you apply it correctly. Wipe off any fuel spills promptly. Car lettering should be applied to a smooth and nonporous surface to prevent it from peeling off. Avoid extremely high temperatures when possible to prevent the material from warping.
- Start at one corner and carefully pull out the material in the opposite direction. Use a blow dryer to warm up your vehicle lettering before removal. Applying heat will make it come off easier, especially if it’s been on your vehicle for a long time.
- Keep your car lettering in its original container. Store it in a clean and dry area at a temperature of +39°F to +104°F, away from direct sunlight and humidity. Don’t store items on the product to prevent damaging it. Please remember that the shelf life of your custom car lettering is 1-3 years from the date of manufacture.
- Use non-acidic cleaners that are designed for high-quality painted vinyl lettering for vehicles. A simpler solution is to clean it with a soft, non-abrasive towel and lukewarm water. Be careful not to peel your car lettering at the edges while wiping the surface.
- Yes, we can produce other designs besides letters, numbers and symbols. Our non-letter vehicle lettering designs can include logos, stripes and other ornamental illustrations that need to be cut out.
- The cost of our vinyl truck lettering depends on size and the quantity of your order. Our products are budget-friendly and made from durable, outdoor-rated vinyl. If you’re looking to print more intricate designs, don’t hesitate to contact our customer support team.
- You can order custom vehicle lettering right here at Square Signs. We print in-house in Burbank, California, and ship across the US, with delivery to Canada available. Visit our terms and policies page for details on shipping rates and delivery options.
- We make standard vehicle lettering from adhesive opaque vinyl, with reflective vinyl available as an option. The vinyl sticks on its own and is easy to apply with a squeegee. The opaque finish keeps your colors vibrant on any vehicle. The vinyl material is resistant to outdoor elements. It holds up to sun, rain, and road dirt for years. Hand washing keeps it looking its best.
- Yes, you can add a Squeegee to your cart in our design tool. Use this to smooth out any air bubbles for a flawless installation.
- Yes. On our standard opaque vehicle lettering, the printed areas have a matte finish, while unprinted areas of the vinyl stay glossy. The matte print reduces glare and helps your design read clearly in sunlight. Reflective lettering has its own reflective surface.
- We don’t offer a glossy print finish. On standard opaque vinyl lettering, printed areas are matte and unprinted areas of the vinyl stay glossy. We also offer reflective lettering for night visibility.
- Yes. Choose Reflective Vinyl Lettering in the material options. Reflective lettering bounces headlight light back toward its source, so your business name, USDOT number, or phone number stays readable at night. It is a popular choice for fleets and service vehicles. Explore our reflective lettering and decals for more reflective options.
- Vehicle lettering is custom-cut vinyl in the exact shape of letters, numbers, and logos. Only the design itself shows on your vehicle without a background.
Vehicle decals are larger graphics that include a full design with backgrounds. They suit branding that needs images or complex artwork. - Yes, you can use vinyl lettering for your USDOT number. Federal rules require your legal or single trade name and your USDOT number, shown as “USDOT 123456,” on both sides of the vehicle. The marking must contrast sharply with the background and be readable from 50 feet in daylight. Some states add their own rules, so check yours before ordering.
- Your vehicle lettering stays vibrant for three-plus years. Several factors can shorten or extend that lifespan. UV-cured inks protect colors against direct sunlight for years of vibrant performance. Still, extreme heat and deep cold wear the vinyl down faster than moderate climates.
Harsh chemicals and high-pressure spray on the edges also cut the lifespan short. Hand washing with mild soap keeps the surface intact. - No. You cannot reuse or reposition your vehicle lettering once you apply it. You can choose car magnets for reusable and repositionable products.
- You can apply it to clean, smooth, non-porous surfaces such as painted metal, glass, and hard plastic. Avoid textured, rubber, or freshly painted surfaces.
- Yes. Apply the lettering to the outside of the glass, keep the driver’s view clear, and check your state’s rules on window graphics.
- Yes, it is. Our car lettering comes off without damaging your factory paint. Warm it with a hair dryer before removal, and it leaves little to no residue, even after more than a year on your vehicle.
- Standard production takes 2 business days, and rush production takes 1 business day. We’ve printed in-house at our Burbank, California facility since 2016. Choose express shipping or pick up your order in Burbank if you need it sooner. You can request a proof in the order notes or in the proof box on the checkout page.
- The thickness of this product is four mil.
- We don’t recommend washing your car with pressure for the first 72 hours after applying it. A pressure washer is safe after that, provided you follow specific precautions.
Hold the nozzle at a right angle to the lettering and keep it well back from the surface. Choose a 40-degree-wide nozzle. Never aim the stream at a sharp angle toward the edge of the letters. Keep the water temperature below 140°F when using a heated pressure washer. - Our vehicle lettering is built to resist fading and cracking. UV-cured inks keep your colors vibrant for years.
Vehicle lettering generally endures -40°F without cracking. The maximum temperature limit for this product is when the environment reaches 150°F. The adhesive may become glue-like, making letters slide.
Our vehicle lettering is humidity-resistant. It holds up to rain, dense fog, snow, and moisture when applied to a clean, smooth surface.
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