Vehicle wraps are becoming increasingly popular in promoting a business or personalizing a vehicle. The rise in popularity is due to their ability to completely transform the look of any car, truck, van, boat, or motorcycle. With the development of material technology and the ease with which custom wraps can now be created, the possibilities for distinctive and eye-catching designs are limitless.

Here are some trends in car wraps we can expect to see more of in 2023;

1) Matte Finish

The matte vinyl vehicle wrap trend continues to rise. A matte vinyl wrap provides a sleek, modern look and helps owners differentiate their ride. Not only do matte wraps help create an overall air of subtlety required for covert marketing, but they offer a cleaner and more tasteful overall design. A solid matte colour change can also provide a nice counterpoint to bright or busy graphics, patterns and colours.

 

Photo source - Winnipegcarlab, Luxuriodesign, Wrapstudio.ca

 

2) Chrome Wraps

Chrome vinyl wraps continue to be one of the hottest trends in vehicle wrap industry. The mirror-like finish of the glossy wrapping film creates distinctive and premium striking accents and special effects. They provide a contemporary, eye-catching appearance. Most chrome wraps allow for seamless installation, and unique design combinations. They come in a variety of colours, allowing you to personalize with a distinctive and elegant finish. 

 

 

3) Colour Change Wrap Films

Colour-changing wraps are one of the mainstays of the vinyl vehicle wrap industry. New to the 3M 2080 gloss series is a low-density polyethylene film layer over the top of the films surface, which remains in place during installation and is removed easily after application. This leaves the film free from scratches or other surface imperfections such as hazing or mottling.

Colour Change films, while changing the look of the vehicle also offer protection against everyday wear and tear, and resistance to OEM paint fading.

MetaMark recently launched their new MetaCast MCX automotive colour change films in unique, bold, and vibrant vinyl wrap colours. This new line expands the ND Graphics existing offering of 3M 2080 and Avery Dennison Supreme Wrap colour change films.

Discover the full range of Metamark colour change films

 

 

4) AI Generated Wrap Designs

What’s next? The use of AI-generated wrap film designs. Using AI you can now create original, one-of-a-kind, and breathtaking designs on a vinyl wrap. As technology for designing and printing vinyl wrap evolves and allows designers to produce more creative designs, the potential of AI and computer-aided design appears to be quite promising. In the future, the addition of AI technology might make the overall design process quicker, and more lucrative. 

Photo source - Neonnine design

 

Take wrapping to the next level

As the vinyl wrapping trend continues to grow, it has become important to stay on top of trends, experiment with bold patterns, vibrant colours, and contrasting designs to help your business stand out in the crowd.