Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Car Wraps

AUTHOR: JOSH BRODDERICK

Just what are car wraps? Car wraps are the funky advertising you see driving around your city. Car wraps are the manner in which the advertising is affixed to your car. Virtually unknown 10 years ago they are now quite common and very effective way of promoting business ideas, Of course, the wraps are not limited to cars there are truck wraps, trailer wraps, boat wraps, etc etc. However, for the purpose of this blog, I will limit myself to car wraps.

Car wraps are a great way to change your car bills into deductible adverting expenses. Your car will instantly become an eye catching mobile bill board. People can tune out all sorts of advertising but it has been shown that car wraps peak peoples curiosity and they pay attention to the message. I'm sure you have heard people say, "Hey, Have you seen the car driving sround that looks like a giant grasshopper?" People notice unusual things and car wraps can capitalize on that.

Even if you don't have your own business that you wish to advertise, you may still be able to benefit from car wraps. Various companies will pay you to sport their advertisements on your car. There are certain rules however, You generally need a late model and poular car. The year the new VW Beatles came out they were targeted for wraps. Your typical daily router id considered. They want your car and their wrap to be exposed to many different pats of the city. If you make a short drive from your garage to an under ground parking garage everyday then you might not be a great car wrap prospect. You need to drive a varied route and must commit to driving a minimum number of kilometres per month. In exchange you will be a handsome fee from the product company. Check online for companies that will pay you to have your car wrapped with their logo.

There are special companies that manufacture the wraps. They design, print, install and remove the wrap from your car. The effect is spectacular but the process remains fairly simple. The whole process can take approximately two weeks. The design and printing process can take 10-14 days while the installation of the wrap takes 1-2 days.

Generally, car wraps are made out of vinyl and the vinyl film covers the entire body of the vehicle. The windshield and the windows are covered with a special perforated window wrap that allows the driver and passengers to see out. Although occupants of a wrapped car can see out, it is difficult for those outside to see in. The wraps are not a safety hazard whatsoever.

The cost of a car wrap depends on the size of your vehicle and whether you have a full wrap or half wrap or just a roof wrap. The more extensive the wrap, the higher the cost. However, as can be assumed a full car wrap has a much more powerful impact that a lesser wrap.

Rest assured car wraps do not do any damage to your paint job. After removal your car will look the same as it did before getting the wrap.

Also these wraps are incredibly durable. Most companies will guarantee their wraps for up to three years. The wraps are completely and quickly removable but they are not reusable.

Car wraps are an exciting and innovative new way to advertise. Be on the cutting edge of promoting your business. Make use of legitimate advertising expenses while defraying your car expenses. Consider getting a quote for a car wrap today.