In the past, vehicle signage was also called car stickers or vehicle decals. It is now more commonly known as a vehicle sticker or decal. Signage for vehicles can be classified into motorcycle and car signs. Car signage is a result of motor racing. The first ever car race in the world was held on April 20, 1887 in Paris. Racers were required to place their numbers on their side doors for identification purposes. The earliest car stickers were used in this way. After many years of developing automobile and motorcycle events a large number of sponsors began to flood into car racing events. Car bodies started to be decorated with the brand stickers of their sponsors. Marlboro sponsored the Ferrari racing team, and the cars are all decorated with Marlboro signs. These car stickers are also known as modified car signages or logo stickers.
The popularity of car signs was first sparked by motor racing. However, the growth and prosperity of automobile industries in Europe, America, and Japan has led to its rapid development. Car buyers are younger, and their demands have become more personal. The use of car signs for decoration has become widespread around the world due to the preference of the younger generation and the popularity racing style. Vehicle signage, or stickers on vehicles, have become increasingly popular in this age of individual expression. They are a great way for vehicle owners to express their personalities and tastes.
Vehicle Signage Categories
Sports Signage
Sport signage is mainly used to decorate racing events. Field racing and rally racing will use different vehicle models and tracks, and the signages in these racing cars are correspondingly different. The logos of the team, and the brand logos of the main sponsors should be highlighted when putting the rally vehicle signs on. To achieve the best visual effect, the colour of the sign should match the design style of the visual identity (VI). We often see energetic and dynamic patterns in the field racing signage. These include flames, race flags, and waves. Racing drivers love these patterns because they add colour and taste to the event.
Refitting Signage
Refitting signage is the theme signage that refitting factories use to promote their new products or to showcase the refitting vehicles at the refitting autoshow. The decoration is usually colourful and eye-catching. It often includes the logo of a modification factory or modified product. The vehicle signage is designed and placed to complement the exhibition car. It highlights its personality and cool look.
Personalised Signage
Signage is tailored to suit the individual taste and preferences of car owners. Signage that is personalised has characteristics such as sports, art, and practicality. Many business owners create commercial car signage in order to promote their brand and reach out to potential customers. Car owners can use any pattern or design they want as long as the result is harmonious and appealing. The majority of sports style signage mimics racing patterns seen on the track in order to look simple and dynamic. This signage allows car owners to experience the thrill of a race on a real circuit while driving their everyday cars. Artistic vehicle signages are often created using geometric or streamline graphics, cartoon characters and animal images. Some car owners prefer the traditional style of painting, graffiti patterns or design letters on the car body. Car owners can express themselves through the car body.
How To Install Vehicle Signs Correctly
Preparation
1. Work in an environment between 15-30 degrees. A temperature too high will cause the film to expand unnecessarily and the moistening solution to evaporate quickly, while a temperature too low will reduce the flexibility of your film and affect the adhesion of the sign.
2. The vehicle surface must be clean and free of any dirt, dust, or wax before you can install the sticker. Before decaling, you should thoroughly clean the surface of the vehicle using water and neutral soap.
How to Install
1. Check the size of the sticker against the body part you want to stick it on.
2. Surfaces of body parts should be cleaned. Spray evenly the surface with a 1:10 mixture of detergent and water. Proper solution is important for handling the film, and it helps to position the film correctly before adhering permanently.
3. The sign film is made up of three layers, the PVC Decal (the actual film), the base paper (white Glasspaper) and the transparent film. After the surface protective film is removed, you can remove it. You should not pull on the decal too much during the pasting process to avoid the sticker being deformed or elongated.
The Conclusion Of The Article Is:
The primary material for automobile drawings is an adhesive PVC specially adapted for outdoor conditions. Standard for UV- and wear-resistant vehicle signage is higher than normal advertising material. The material and color options for car signage may not be as diverse as those of clothing fabrics. However, they do include general, luminescent metallic satin, laser-satin, etc.
Signage can be placed on any part of the vehicle, including side panels, engine covers, headlight eyebrows and wheel hubs. The car signage can reflect the interests of the owner as long as it is done within the limits set by current transportation laws and regulations. Vehicle signage isn’t just for teenagers. Car stickers are fun for groups of any age, as long as the group enjoys automobile culture and life.