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The
origin of the license plate dates back to 1901. During this
time it was typically just the initials of the vehicle’s
owner painted on the back of the car. Soon after that each vehicle was assigned a registration number. These
numbers were painted by the owner on either metal, wood or
rubber plates and fastened to the car. In 1903 Massachusetts
became the first state to issue state-wide metal plates. Car
dealerships were probably the first to issue license plate
frames. These frames served as advertising tools for the
dealerships displaying their name and address. The quality
of most of these dealer supplied frames is low and the
imprint wears off very quickly. Today there are many blank
and custom license plate frame alternatives to worn and
battered dealer supplied frames....all it takes is a
screwdriver and a few turns here and there!
More
durable and attractive blank
frames can be purchased from brick and mortar auto parts
stores as well as from online businesses.
LicensePlateFrames.Biz is a manufacturing and graphics
company specializing in the production and wholesale
distribution of blank and custom license plate frames. The
frame materials
available include high impact plastic (typically white, black, chrome),
zinc alloy (chrome, black, gold plate), stainless steel
and aluminum. Blank frames
are typically flat with either narrow or wide sections on top and
bottom. In addition to these basic flat frames, there are
also custom designs ie chain link, diamond plate, and graphics
stamped into the frame and colored for visibility. Other
more elaborate frames are available for example with eagles,
dolphins and palm trees in 3D relief. Expect to pay $10 to
$15 for a good quality metal frame and around $6 for plastic
from an auto parts store or online business. Most on-line
businesses offer better deals than auto stores and discounts for larger quantity orders.
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The
location of license plate registration stickers will
determine which frame style is most suitable. More recently,
states have been issuing registration stickers which are
applied to the corner of the windshield. In this case any
style frame should work. Even still, some states prohibit
the use of any type of license plate frame. State laws change all
the time so, If you’re considering adding a frame to your
license plate it’s best to check the status of the current
law with your town or state motor vehicle department.
Beyond
the basic blank frames in plastic and metal, custom frames
are fast becoming the rage. Custom frames are available in
plastic, zinc alloy, stainless steel and aluminum and can be
personalized with your name, logo and message. They
typically come with your choice of background and text
colors. They make great promotional items for businesses,
schools, clubs, organizations, individuals and more.
LicensePlateFrames.Biz offers a
variety of blank
and custom printed frames for
autos and
motorcycles in plastic,
zinc and aluminum.
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