Compatibility comes before artwork
A magnet cannot attach to aluminum, composite, plastic or other non-ferromagnetic panels and may not seat correctly over deep curves or trim. Test the exact clean panel and measure the usable flat area.
Sign buyer guide
Car Magnets vs. Vehicle Decals for Business Advertising
Choose a 30 mil magnetic sign when you need a removable message on a compatible flat ferromagnetic panel. Choose an adhesive vehicle graphic when the surface and coverage plan support a bonded application and you are prepared for more involved installation.
- Start with the placement
- Match the sign to its surface, viewing distance, exposure and permitted footprint.
- Build a readable message
- Prioritize one action, confirm the critical facts and adapt the layout to the product shape.
- Confirm the final configuration
- Current product pages show the available size, material, sides, finishing and hardware choices.
Practical planning
Make the choice from real project conditions.
Removal and coverage differ
Magnets are separate panels that can be removed, cleaned and stored; their coverage is limited to a suitable contact area. Adhesive graphics can follow a broader design plan but require surface-specific material and installation decisions.
Design for a vehicle in motion
Make the business name and service readable first, followed by one contact method. Avoid filling a door-sized graphic with a complete service list that only works when viewed up close.
Current catalog matches
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Vehicle Graphics
Magnetic Signs
Removable vehicle and equipment graphics on durable magnetic stock.
From $11.20View product
Adhesive Products
3M IJ-180Cv3 Controltac Vehicle Wrap
Premium cast vehicle-wrap film with pressure-activated Controltac adhesive and gloss overlaminate.
From $11.20View product
Adhesive Products
High Performance Adhesive Vinyl
Repositionable high-performance vinyl with air-egress adhesive for long-term flat and simple-curve applications.
From $11.20View product
Adhesive Products
Adhesive Vinyl
Full-color permanent adhesive vinyl for clean, flat indoor and outdoor surfaces.
From $9.79View product
Common questions
Useful answers before ordering.
How do I know if my car accepts a magnet?
Test a small magnet on the exact area you intend to cover. It should contact a compatible panel fully; vehicle specifications alone may not reveal repairs or material changes.
Can a car magnet go over body lines or trim?
It needs broad, flat contact. Seams, molding, deep contours and trapped debris interfere with contact and should be excluded from the measured area.
Can I install a large vehicle decal myself?
Small simple applications and large conforming graphics have very different difficulty. Use a qualified installer for complex coverage, curves, seams or valuable vehicle finishes.
Turn the plan into a production-ready sign.
Choose a current product, configure it for the placement, then upload artwork, design online or request help.