Straight answers about front plates, vanity plates, covers, frames and Japanese-style plates.
Last updated October 2026
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As of 2026, 20 states only require a rear plate.
Rules change, so check your state's DMV.
Yes, in states that only require a rear plate: the front bracket is open for a decorative plate.
In two-plate states the state plate has to go on the front, so a magnetic cover for shows is the way to go.
12 × 6 inches, with standard mounting holes.
Our full-size vanity plates, covers and frames are made to that size, and our mini plates are 12 × 3 inches.
A 12 × 3 inch version of a plate.
It's great for walls, garages and displays.
Plates use the standard U.S. mounting holes.
Our rust-proof steel fasteners come in hex or slotted.
A custom-printed aluminum panel that snaps over your plate with magnets.
It's made for car shows, meets and photo shoots, and comes off in seconds.
No. Covering your plate on public roads is illegal in every state.
Our covers are made for car shows, meets, photo shoots and off-road display, so take it off before you drive.
Yes, with the social plate cover.
It prints your icon and handle, and can add a QR code that opens your profile.
It's printed on your plate and opens your profile or link when someone scans it with a phone camera.
Yes, printed on the frame's top and bottom bars.
There's also a social media frame for your handle.
Yes, upload your logo and order one or a pack.
Yes, upload it and we'll print it.
Or use the free AI backgrounds in our builder.
A replica of Japan's plate layout: the city in kanji, a small class number, a hiragana character and a big number.
We make them as vanity plates and magnetic covers.
Yes, choose “No city” or “None”.
The number then gets more space on the plate.
Yes, every custom order gets a free proof by email within 24 hours, Monday to Friday.
Nothing prints until you approve it.
Ready-made items ship in 1–2 business days; custom items ship 1–2 business days after you approve your proof.
Shipping is free on U.S. orders of $99 or more.
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