Resources for Car Dealers: License Plate Frames

Dealer license plate frames showcase the dealer's brand name on the lot, but often remain with the cars well after they are sold. With their long-lasting durability, premium quality, and a variety of materials and finishes to choose from, custom dealership license plate frames offer dealers and dealer groups an effective and lasting way to promote the brand.

Dealer License Plate Frame Articles

How Custom License Plate Frames
Can Boost Your Car Dealership’s Brand Visibility
How Custom License Plate Frames Can Boost Your Car Dealership’s Brand Visibility"
Why US-Made Metallic Faced Plastic
License Plate Frames are the Dealer’s Choice
Why US-Made Metallic Faced Plastic License Plate Frames are the Dealer’s Choice"
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license plate frames by state

Choosing the right license plate frame material

Here is a brief explanation between the best plate frame materials that we suggest. Don't get too far in the weeds though, we help you pick.

Premium Stainless Steel
Metal License Plate Frames
Premium Stainless Steel

Best For: Premium chrome-like branding

Key Features: OEM Look, long lasting, Light weight, rust proof

Durability & Look: High weather resistance, Rust-proof, shiny professional finish

Quick Ship Stainless Steel
Metal License Plate Frames
Thin Stainless Steel license plate frames

Best For: Similar look to premium metal but thinner

Key Features: Multiple shape options, full color print options

Durability & Look: High weather resistance, Faster ship times

Metallic Chrome & Face
ABS Plastic License Plate Frames
Chrome Face ABS Plastic License Plate Frames

Best For: Metallic look, speed of manufacture,

Key Features: Looks like metal at a glance. lots of imprint logo options

Durability & Look: High weather resistance, subtle elegance without the cost of metal, many metallic finish looks

Raised Text ABS Plastic
License Plate Frames
ABS Plastic license plate frames for dealerships

Best For: High contrast letters & UV protected ABS plastic

Key Features: Unique shapes lots of color combinations, many logo options, Ships fast

Durability & Look: Affordable alternative with vibrant colors, ships fast. Made in the USA

Zinc Alloy
Metal License Plate Frames
Zinc Alloy Metal License Plate Frames

Best For: Warm Climates only

Key Features: Many Plating options, UV-protected painting

Durability & Look: Affordable metal alternative, multiple finish options, Heavier than stainless

Custom License Plate Frames are the perfect advertising item for car dealers!

We know! Our 40+ years making product to branding dealers is the proof

Toll Free: 1 800-553-9824

M-F 8:30am - 8:00pm EST
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Feel free to contact us at any of our offices.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Sharp Performance USA Inc. -CA
16029 Arrow Highway, Suite D
Irwindale , CA 91706
Phone: +1-626-888-1190

Greater New York City Area

Sharp Performance USA Inc. -CT
25 Van Zant Street, Suite 14-7A
East Norwalk, CT 06855
Phone: +1-203-810-4188

Get a Quote!


License Plate Frame Types, Materials & Custom Guide


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Don’t see what you are looking for? Just ask! or call us @ 1-800-553-9824

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National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)
Premier source for dealership training, educational webinars, and industry guides on operations, marketing, and best practices.

Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)
Resources for automotive specialty products, including marketing ideas and trends for customizing vehicles and promoting dealership brands.

Automotive News
Leading source for automotive industry news, insights on dealership trends, and strategies for branding and customer engagement.

automotiveMastermind Resources
Free ebooks, webinars, and case studies on data-driven marketing and sales strategies to help dealerships boost visibility and loyalty.

Auto Care Association
Industry resources focused on aftermarket communications, marketing professionals, and tools for automotive businesses.

Library of Congress Automotive Industry Guide – Associations
Comprehensive directory of automotive associations and organizations with links to additional resources for dealers.

National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA)
Tools, training, and advocacy for independent dealers, including marketing and compliance resources.

Digital Dealer
Articles and insights on modern dealership marketing, digital strategies, and branding techniques."