AL BUROOJ ADVERTISING · DUBAI
Car branding and car wrapping in Dubai
Brand your company car with a full wrap, partial graphics or logo stickers. We design, print and fit car branding in Dubai for sales teams, delivery cars and showroom fleets.
Choose how much of the car to brand
Start with the message people need to recognise: your business name, what you do and one clear way to contact you. A sedan, hatchback and SUV offer different usable spaces. Design for the actual model, including the position of handles, trim, lights and panel gaps.
Logo decals and vinyl lettering
A focused layout can place your identity on selected body panels without covering the entire car. Supply the original logo and approved business details. Review text size, colour contrast and spacing rather than filling every available area. Explore vehicle lettering for this approach.
Partial car graphics
A partial wrap combines printed graphics with the car’s existing paint colour. It can focus the design on doors, rear panels or another agreed area. Ask the proof to show exactly where coverage starts and ends so exposed paint, edges and joins form part of the design.
Full printed car wraps
A full body-wrap design provides more room for a coordinated brand treatment. Check the panels included and excluded: roofs, bumpers, mirrors, door shuts and glass are not automatically part of every quote. The artwork must work across curves and panel breaks, not only as a flat image.
Company cars and mixed fleets
Keep colours and message hierarchy consistent while adapting the layout to each model. List vehicle variants, quantities and any individual numbers or contact details. For a wider rollout, see corporate fleet graphics and van branding.
This page focuses on business graphics and printed branding. A cosmetic colour-change wrap, paint protection film and window tint are different specifications; request explicit confirmation of scope rather than assuming they are included.
Your car branding brief
- Make, model, year and vehicle quantity
- Clear photos of all four sides
- Logo, colours and approved contact details
- Preferred coverage and intended display period
- Paint repairs, existing vinyl or coatings
- Location, budget and available fitting dates
Mention whether the car is owned, leased or part of a fleet, and any existing operator or approval requirements.
Before you approve the car-wrap artwork
Check the surface, not just the design
Tell us about repaired or repainted panels, peeling clear coat, dents, existing decals and surface treatments. Film is not a repair for damaged paint. The proposed material and fitting method need to suit the actual surface, and old graphics or preparation may need a separate assessment.
Agree film, finish and care requirements
Ask for the film and laminate specification, intended application and written warranty terms if offered. Review a physical colour or finish sample where colour matching matters; a screen preview cannot establish the final result. Sun exposure, parking conditions, cleaning and surface condition affect how a graphic performs, so a universal lifespan should not be assumed.
At handover, request the recommended washing method, any initial care period and what to do if an edge lifts or a panel is damaged. Keep the approved artwork and material details so a future panel replacement can be assessed; a later print may not match weathered graphics exactly.
Check advertising permissions and language requirements
Check the current Mada Media vehicle advertising permit guidance for Dubai. It distinguishes advertising coverage and vehicle categories and includes Arabic-language, design and ownership conditions. Have the responsible applicant confirm the route for your car, proposed artwork and use before printing.
Supply the approved Arabic and English business wording and check both on the proof. Leased vehicles need the relevant owner consent. If the work changes the registered colour, confirm the additional approval and vehicle-record requirements. Agree who handles applications and fees; a branding quote is not an advertising permit.
Keep the windscreen and required visibility areas out of the advertising layout. Do not cover lights, plates, cameras, sensors or required markings. Any proposed window treatment needs its own suitability and permission review.
What affects the cost of car branding?
Price depends on vehicle size and shape, coverage, film specification, artwork preparation and fitting complexity. Compare itemised quotes for the same panels and materials. Ask whether removal of existing vinyl, preparation, design changes, installation and permit-related work are included.
Send your target date and how long the car can be available. The schedule is confirmed after the design, permissions, surface condition and material availability are understood. For several company cars, agree a sequence that fits your operating needs.
Visit by arrangement at Warehouse No. 07, Al Quoz Industrial Area 4, Dubai. Call +971 52 673 4053 or email hello@alburoojadvertising.com. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–7:00 PM; Sunday closed. Enquiries across the UAE are welcome; transport and onsite arrangements outside Dubai are confirmed per project.
FROM BRIEF TO HANDOVER
From car photos
to an agreed fitting plan.
Approve the actual vehicle layout and scope before the graphics go to print.
- Review the car and brief
Check the model, condition, message and coverage. - Agree the specification
Define materials, exclusions, costs and responsibilities. - Approve artwork and permissions
Check every vehicle view, language version and required approval. - Arrange fitting and handover
Check vehicle availability, completion checks and care instructions.
Car branding questions
How much does car branding cost in Dubai?
The cost depends on the car model, coverage, material specification, artwork and fitting work. Send photos, your preferred coverage and quantity for a quote. Check whether old-graphic removal, surface preparation, design changes and permit-related costs are included.
Is a full car wrap better than a partial wrap?
Not always. Lettering or partial graphics may communicate a simple business identity clearly, while a full printed wrap allows a larger visual treatment. Compare the message, permitted coverage, vehicle condition and budget using a proof for your actual car.
Can you brand a leased or company-owned car?
State the ownership arrangement when enquiring. Obtain the relevant owner or leasing-company consent and confirm the applicable advertising requirements before fitting. For company fleets, nominate an authorised contact to approve vehicle-specific artwork and the release schedule.
Will removing a wrap damage the paint?
Removal results depend on paint condition, previous repairs, the film, its age and removal method. Sound original paint and a repaired panel may behave differently. Ask for a surface assessment and removal scope; do not assume a damage-free result or that a wrap will conceal paint defects permanently.
How long will car graphics last in Dubai?
There is no single lifespan for every film and vehicle. Exposure, parking, cleaning, surface condition and the chosen film system affect performance. Ask for the proposed product specification, care instructions and any written warranty terms for your particular application.
Can the car branding include Arabic and English?
Provide approved wording for both languages and review the complete vehicle layout. Dubai vehicle advertising guidance includes Arabic-language conditions. Check the current requirements, exact business name and any translation work before artwork approval.
Is a printed advertising wrap the same as paint protection film?
No. Printed branding, cosmetic colour-change film and paint protection film have different purposes and specifications. This page concerns business graphics and printed branding. If you want another treatment, ask the team to confirm its availability and quote it separately.
How long does car branding take?
Timing is agreed after reviewing the artwork, permissions, materials and vehicle preparation. Tell us your deadline and when the car can be available. Check the fitting slot, handover checks and material-specific care instructions before planning its return to use.
What is the difference between car branding and a car wrap?
Car branding is the overall use of graphics to identify or promote a business on a vehicle. A printed car wrap is one way to do it; logo decals and vinyl lettering or partial graphics are other options. Choose coverage based on the vehicle, message, budget and required advertising permissions.
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