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Police car door decals and other identifiable vehicle graphics are critical for law enforcement. Police departments use them to be a visible presence in the community and a deterrent for crime. When it is time to invest in graphics for your fleet, The Sign Center can help!

From Old-Fashioned Black and White Colors to Custom Police Car Graphics

Initially, police cars had an almost universal design. However, police departments across the state have changed the vehicles they use and the identifiable vehicle graphics they want to use. What has remained the same is that these police car graphics must be easy to read, stand out, and suit the types of vehicles they are affixed to.

What Sets Apart Business Decals from Graphics for Police Vehicles?

When our team designs fleet graphics for business owners, we emphasize branding and marketing. However, when we work with law enforcement, the decals we create must make the vehicle immediately identifiable and present residents as well as dispatchers with information.

For example, in addition to the highly visible "Police" lettering, you will also notice the municipality's name. We display the cars' numbers on the sides, hoods, and backs. These numerals immediately identify the vehicles internally and connect dispatchers to the officers on duty. 

Other decals may include:

• Police badges or shields
• K-9 unit identifiers
• The American flag
• Roof decals
• A motto

Working with Our Team on Designing the Right Graphics for Your Fleet

Our shop works with high-quality vinyl. You want the material to have excellent durability, which means UV protection and appropriate thickness. Concurrently, the vinyl is easy to clean, and when your department retires the cars and sells them, the material comes off without residue. 

Moreover, our team handles a wide range of designs and products. For example, we previously designed, produced, and installed 3M reflective vinyl graphics for the Watchung Police. That said, your department may be considering full or partial vehicle wraps instead of decals and stickers. Another common request is the perforated vinyl window covering. These go on the rear windows and make the car even more identifiable while allowing the driver to see out.

Identifiable Vehicle Graphics from Experts in the Field

The Sign Center has over 40 years of branding and marketing program experience. We work with businesses, police departments, municipalities, and non-profit organizations. From our Berkeley Heights shop, we serve communities in and around North Jersey and throughout the state. Call us today to receive a free quote on your next project!