Custom Car Magnet Signs
Full Color, 1, 2, or 3 Sheets
Custom car magnets turn your car, truck, or van into a moving sign, and come off in seconds when you don't need them. We print your design with 10-color EPSON eco-solvent ink on durable .030 magnetic sheet, then finish every magnet with matte lamination that cuts glare and keeps dust off. Choose from 20 rectangle sizes, including long sizes for pickup truck tailgates, and order 1 sheet, a pair for both doors, or a set of 3 for both doors and the back.
Custom Car Magnet Pricing
Order 1 sheet, a pair, or a set of 3. Every price includes full-color printing and matte lamination.
| Size (inches) | 1 Sheet | 2 Sheets (Pair) | 3 Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8" × 12" | $13.99 | $21.99 | $29.99 |
| 9" × 18" | $21.99 | $35.99 | $48.99 |
| 9" × 24" | $25.99 | $41.99 | $56.99 |
| 11" × 17" | $23.99 | $38.99 | $52.99 |
| 12" × 18" Popular | $24.99 | $39.99 | $53.99 |
| 12" × 24" | $28.99 | $46.99 | $62.99 |
| 16" × 23" | $33.99 | $54.99 | $73.99 |
| 18" × 18" | $28.99 | $45.99 | $61.99 |
| 18" × 24" Popular | $37.99 | $60.99 | $81.99 |
| 18" × 36" | $49.99 | $79.99 | $107.99 |
| 20" × 30" | $46.99 | $75.99 | $102.99 |
| 22" × 23" | $41.99 | $66.99 | $89.99 |
| 22" × 28" | $47.99 | $76.99 | $103.99 |
| 22" × 36" | $56.99 | $91.99 | $123.99 |
| 22" × 48" | $71.99 | $115.99 | $156.99 |
| Size (inches) | 1 Sheet | 2 Sheets (Pair) | 3 Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6" × 36" | $25.99 | $41.99 | $56.99 |
| 8" × 36" | $28.99 | $46.99 | $62.99 |
| 8" × 48" | $34.99 | $55.99 | $75.99 |
| 12" × 36" | $36.99 | $59.99 | $80.99 |
| 12" × 48" Popular | $45.99 | $73.99 | $99.99 |
- Choose 1, 2, or 3 sheets. All sheets in one order are printed with the same design and size.
- Matte lamination is included on every magnet at no extra cost.
- No minimum order. Order a single magnet or a set for your whole fleet.
- 12" × 18" and 18" × 24" are our most popular door sizes, and 12" × 48" is the most common tailgate size.
Why Choose Our Custom Car Magnets?
Removable vehicle advertising with no permanent installation.
Strong Hold .030 Magnetic Sheet
10-Color EPSON Eco-Solvent Printing
Matte Lamination on Every Magnet
20 Sizes, Including Tailgate Sizes
Easy to Apply and Remove
No Minimum Order
Car Magnet Specifications
Professional-grade magnetic signs built for vehicle and outdoor use.
| Material | .030 thick flexible magnetic sheet |
| Printer | EPSON SureColor S80600L (10-color eco-solvent) |
| Ink | Waterproof, high UV resistance |
| Lamination | Matte only (reduces glare and dust) |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Sizes | 20 sizes: 15 standard (8" × 12" to 22" × 48") and 5 long tailgate sizes (6" × 36" to 12" × 48") |
| Quantity | 1 sheet, 2 sheets (pair), or 3 sheets |
| Surfaces | Flat or gently curved steel panels only |
| Outdoor Durability | 6 to 12 months with proper care |
File Setup for Car Magnets
Submit a print-ready file in the exact size you order.
| Trim Size | The size you order, for example 12" × 18" |
| Bleed | 1/8" (0.125") on every side |
| Color Mode | CMYK |
| Resolution | 300 DPI or higher |
| Fonts | All fonts outlined before saving (including PDFs) |
| Accepted Formats | PDF, JPG, PNG, Adobe Illustrator (AI) |
How It Works
From design to your vehicle in 4 simple steps.
Application & Care Guide
Proper use and storage for long-lasting performance.
Popular Uses for Custom Car Magnets
Removable magnetic signs for every business and personal need.
Custom Car Magnet Frequently Asked Questions
Sizes, quantities, tailgates, lamination, files, and care.
Can I order just one car magnet?
Yes. Choose 1 Sheet, 2 Sheets (Pair), or 3 Sheets. A pair covers the driver and passenger doors, and a set of 3 adds one for the back of your vehicle. All sheets in one order share the same design and size.
What sizes can I order?
We offer 20 sizes: 15 standard sizes from 8" × 12" up to 22" × 48", and 5 long sizes for tailgates from 6" × 36" up to 12" × 48". The most popular door sizes are 12" × 18" and 18" × 24". Measure the flat area first, staying clear of handles, trim, and body lines.
What size magnet fits a pickup truck tailgate?
Most tailgates have a flat band that fits a long, narrow magnet. 12" × 48" is the most common choice, and 8" × 48" or 6" × 36" fit tailgates with less flat space. Measure between the handle, emblems, and embossed lettering, and test with a refrigerator magnet, because many newer tailgates are aluminum or plastic.
Do you offer glossy lamination?
No. Every car magnet is finished with matte lamination. A glossy surface attracts dust and shows glare in the sun, so we use matte only. It keeps your sign clean, easy to read, and protected from UV, scratches, and weather.
Will a car magnet stick to my vehicle?
Car magnets stick to steel body panels only. They will not stick to aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, or body filler. Many newer vehicles have aluminum doors, hoods, or tailgates, so test the spot with a refrigerator magnet before you order.
What file should I send?
Send a print-ready file that matches the size you order, for example 12" × 18" for a 12" × 18" magnet, plus 1/8" bleed on every side. Use CMYK, 300 DPI or higher, and outline all fonts. If we find a problem with your file, we let you know before we print.
How long do car magnets last?
With proper care, car magnets last 6 to 12 months outdoors. Remove and clean them daily, especially after rain or a car wash, and store them flat.
Can I take the magnet off at a car wash?
Yes, and you should. Remove your magnets before a car wash, and take them off daily to clean the magnet and the panel underneath. This prevents moisture buildup and protects your paint.
Design Templates That Make
Every File Print-Ready
Download free design templates for all RedPrinting products. Each template includes the correct trim size, bleed, and safe margin, so your artwork prints exactly the way you designed it.
Sticker Templates
Individually cut stickers in every shape and size, plus multi-design sticker sheets.
Business Card Templates
Standard, mini, and square formats for every card design.
Artwork Guidelines That Get
Every File Print-Ready
Every file submitted to RedPrinting is reviewed by a real person before it goes to press. This guide walks you through file formats, resolution, bleed, and cut lines, so your stickers, labels, and cards come out exactly the way you designed them.
We Print the File You Send
Design services are not offered. We print your artwork as supplied, optimized for press.
We print the file you upload. We don't redesign artwork, edit your text, or build print files from scratch, which is part of how we keep prices low and turnaround fast. What we do is prepare your file for the press: we check the size, bleed, and resolution, and make the technical adjustments needed for a clean print.
If a file cannot be printed as it is, we contact you by text, email, or both and ask for a corrected file. If we don't receive a print-ready file within 3 business days, we cancel the order and issue a full refund.
The Three Lines on Every Template
Understand these and your file will cut clean every time.
Accepted File Formats
Vector files give the sharpest results, but we accept high-resolution raster files too.
| Format | Type | Best For | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI | Vector | Logos, text, line art, custom shapes | Best |
| Vector | Print-ready files with fonts outlined | Best | |
| EPS | Vector | Legacy vector artwork | Best |
| PSD | Raster | Layered photo-based designs | Good |
| PNG | Raster | Designs needing a transparent background | Good |
| JPG | Raster | Photographs and full-color images | Good |
| TIFF | Raster | High-quality scanned or photo artwork | Good |
- Outline your fonts: Convert all text to outlines or curves so typefaces render correctly on our end.
- Use CMYK color mode: Printing is a CMYK process. RGB files are converted automatically, and bright neon or vivid blues may shift slightly.
- Flatten transparency: Complex transparency and drop shadows can behave unpredictably; flatten them before exporting.
- Embed or attach linked images: Missing links are the most common reason a file gets sent back.
Image Resolution
300 DPI at final print size is the target.
Resolution is measured at the size the artwork will actually be printed. A 300 DPI image looks crisp on a 2-inch sticker but turns soft when stretched across a 24-inch poster. Always check the pixel dimensions against the finished size, not against how the file looks on screen.
Web images pulled from a website or social media are usually 72 DPI, which is roughly a quarter of the detail we need. Enlarging a low-resolution file doesn't add detail back. It only makes the softness more visible.
Low-resolution artwork? If your piece still reads clearly in print, we print it. If the text would be unreadable, we contact you and ask for a higher-resolution file.
Choosing Your Material
Where the sticker will live decides which stock to use.
- Waterproof and tear-resistant
- Resists fading from sun and weather
- Holds up on bottles, laptops, and cars
- Higher cost per sticker
- Thin, smooth, and easy to write on
- Noticeably lower cost per sticker
- Ideal for packaging, boxes, and mailers
- Not water- or weather-resistant
Clear stickers are printed on transparent vinyl, so the surface underneath becomes part of the design. They're waterproof, tear-resistant, and work beautifully on glass bottles, cups, laptops, and windows where a white sticker edge would look out of place.
Because there's no white backing, light colors and white ink behave differently than they do on paper. Designs with bold shapes, dark colors, or deliberate negative space tend to read best.
Setting Up Sticker Sheets
Multiple designs and sizes on a single sheet.
Sticker sheets let you print several different designs together on one backing sheet. Our sheet templates come pre-populated with placeholder artwork that you replace with your own files.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
The issues that most often send a file back for revision.
- No bleed on the background: Artwork that stops at the die line leaves white edges when the cut shifts. Extend it 0.075 inch past the finished edge, or 1/8 inch for large-format products.
- Text too close to the edge: Anything outside the safe area can be trimmed off. Pull text and logos at least 0.075 inch inside the die line, or 1/8 inch for large-format products.
- Low-resolution images: Artwork saved from a website prints soft and pixelated. Work from the original high-resolution file whenever possible.
- Live fonts not outlined: Fonts we don't have installed get substituted. Convert all type to outlines before exporting.
- RGB color mode: Vivid RGB colors can't always be matched in CMYK. Design in CMYK to see accurate colors from the start.
- Die line left in the artwork: The cut line is a guide, not a design element. Remove it or keep it on its own separate layer.
- Wrong template size: Make sure the template you downloaded matches the size you actually ordered.
From File to Finished Print
What happens after you place your order.