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Fleet Graphics are More than Advertising | Public Service Vehicle Graphics

When thinking of fleet graphics, most people picture vehicle wraps promoting a brand or business—complete with phone numbers, websites, and eye-catching slogans. But fleet graphics go beyond advertising. Public service vehicles require high-quality graphics for identification, safety, and community messaging. These vehicles need designs that not only meet regulatory standards but also reflect the pride and professionalism of the communities they serve. 

As The Fleet Graphics People, we specialize in creating public service vehicle graphics that strike the perfect balance between visibility, durability, and impactful design. Whether it’s an emergency response vehicle that needs high-visibility reflective elements, a municipal fleet that represents a city’s identity, or a community service van that conveys an important message, we have the expertise to make it happen. 

Our team understands that public service graphics must do more than provide information—they should inspire trust, reinforce civic pride, and ensure critical messages are seen clearly. With nationwide installation and a commitment to precision, we ensure every public service vehicle we wrap is built to stand out for all the right reasons.

Here’s why we are the perfect partner for your public service vehicle graphics:  

We Welcome a Variety of Vehicle Types

Public service vehicles come in all shapes and sizes, from police cruisers and ambulances to fire trucks, utility vehicles, and public transit. Our design team at Advertising Vehicles has experience with a wide variety of vehicle types, which means that you don’t have to worry if your graphics will fit your vehicle or try to make them work with a one size fits most template. We create custom graphics for every vehicle type and can keep your template on hand for future orders.  

Take ambulances, for example—these vehicles come in various types, each with unique door placements and features that vary depending on the model. Our team, likely your dedicated account executive, will measure your vehicle specifically and work with our design team to ensure the graphics fit your model perfectly.  

Look at the differences between these two ambulances we did out of our Cincinnati headquarters location – notice the different lights and doors that we integrated into their looks: 

Every vehicle is unique, and our team takes the time to ensure graphics are designed to fit each one properly. These ambulance projects show how we adapt designs to different models while maintaining a professional look.  

There’s No Fleet (Or Vehicle) Too Large

Whether you need graphics for a single vehicle or an entire fleet spanning multiple locations, we have the capacity and expertise to handle projects of any size. Our nationwide capacity allows us to design, produce, and install graphics efficiently, ensuring consistency across your entire fleet. 

By centrally managing your fleet graphics, we help streamline maintenance, reduce downtime, and simplify ordering—so whether it’s a new fire engine, police cruiser, or municipal service truck, your team has a dedicated partner ready to ensure every vehicle is on the road with the right branding and compliance in place. 

For public service agencies managing evolving fleets, we offer customized design templates and branding kits tailored to specific departments or styles. These ensure that as vehicles are added or replaced, their graphics maintain a cohesive, professional look that aligns with your organization’s identity. From emergency response vehicles to municipal service fleets, our solutions make it easy to standardize branding and messaging across every unit—today and in the future. 

Here’s a great example of a complex fleet graphics project. WeGo, the public transportation agency in Nashville, TN, wanted to rebrand their rail cars, buses, and public service vehicles with their signature purple look. The Advertising Vehicles team jumped in and assisted, ensuring that the graphics looked seamless and were placed exactly how WeGo envisioned them. 

However many vehicles you have – from 40-foot buses and rail cars to ambulances and everyday cars – the Advertising Vehicles team is prepared to meet your public service vehicle graphics needs.

Our Process Keeps Your Vehicles on the Road

We understand that public service vehicles play a crucial role in their communities and need to stay operational with minimal downtime. That’s why our process is streamlined for efficiency.  

We have a fleet graphics management team that is prepared to meet your needs. With your assigned project manager, the Advertising Vehicles team will work to handle logistics and scheduling for your graphics installation. For example, if your vehicles run every day but Sunday – we will ensure installation takes place when they are off the road.  We will communicate how long the vehicle will be off the road, depending on installation needs, and will do our best to make this timeframe works best for your purposes.  

Additionally, if you are regularly purchasing new vehicles from a supplier or sending them to an upfitter for specialized equipment or storage setups, the Advertising Vehicles team can seamlessly integrate into that process. We collaborate directly with the upfitter or dealer, either working inside of their location or bringing the vehicle to our, ensuring your fleet graphics are applied efficiently and consistently, so your vehicles are ready for branding the moment they’re upfitted. 

Long Term Partnership is Our Priority

At Advertising Vehicles, we don’t just provide graphics—we build relationships. Our team is committed to working with public service organizations over the long term, ensuring their fleet graphics remain in top condition and new vehicles are branded quickly and integrate seamlessly with existing vehicles.  

Whether you need updated messaging, replacements due to wear and tear, or an expansion of your fleet’s branding, we are here to support you every step of the way.  

Fleet graphics are more than just advertising—they’re essential for public service vehicles that need to communicate, inform, and ensure safety. Let’s work together to create fleet graphics that serve your mission and keep your vehicles looking professional and compliant. Contact us today to get started!