What is a car livery and what is its purpose?
- Dimitry Carbonov
- Mar 27
- 4 min read
Updated: Apr 2
A car livery is defined as covering or wrapping a car with a special material to protect it from the effects of climatic factors such as dust, heat, rain, snow, and water, or to protect the car from dirt and keep it clean. Practical applications include: liverying a racing car during storage or a sports car used daily, especially in cities with harsh climates like Dubai.
A vehicle livery can consist of several materials, the most important of which are:
Polyester: A strong material that protects against weather and water.
Nylon: Often used with UV protection materials.
Polyurethane: A flexible and strong material that protects against corrosion and scratches.
Vinyl: A plastic material used as an additional material to protect against scratches and environmental factors. It is often used as the primary material for fully wrapping cars.
Water-resistant fabric: This type of fabric is used in car liveries in areas that experience heavy rainfall, but it is not common in Dubai.
When do you need a Vehicle Livery Service in Dubai?
There are many reasons why you might want to request car livery services in Dubai, the most important of which are:
Protection from climatic conditions: dust, sand, extreme heat, sudden rain
Protecting your car from corrosion during long storage periods
Protection from insect and bird droppings, which are difficult to remove from the paint
Protecting your car's paint from corrosion with daily use and over time.
Most requested cars for livery service
Car liveries in the UAE vary from racing, luxury, classic cars, and supercars.
Here is a list of the most popular cars requesting automotive livery services:
Toyota Race, GT86, Hilux
Volkswagen Golf, Golf MK7
Nissan Silvia S13, S14, S15, 240sx, 350z Drift, 370z
Porsche GT3, 911
Subaru WRX, Rally
Acura RSX
Mercedes Benz AMG GTR
Audi R8, RS5, RS6
BMW E36, E46 Drift, E90
Infiniti G37, G35
Ford Raptor, Focus, ST, Rally
Lamborghini Urus
Mazda RX 8, MX5
Vehicle Livery Design Styles
Vehicle livery styles range from simple designs using a single color to complex designs using multiple colors and materials.
We mention some of the most popular styles in Dubai:
(Livery Color Wrap) Using a single color is a sophisticated option, and the most popular colors are: black, blue, red, green, and yellow.
(Matte Finish) Matte livery is a modern option and is popular with black, gray, and silver.
(Glossy Finish) Adds a sheen similar to that of traditional paint.
(Carbon Fiber) Livery has become very popular in Dubai recently, as it gives a sporty appearance and reduces the weight of the vehicle. It is used as a hood. Rear spoiler or car mirrors
(Graphic Designs) These include designs such as logos, stickers, and graphics, whether geometric, sports, or artistic, for the purpose of adding a personal touch or for marketing purposes. Custom graphics may also be available based on customer requests, such as camouflage, floral, or artistic.
(Gradient Livery) A seamless gradation between two or more colors, creating a unique appearance for your car.
(Color Changing) The color changes depending on the angle of the light. Special materials are used in the livery to achieve this result. One of the most famous examples is the blue color that changes to purple, giving the car a dynamic look.
What is the difference between livery and car wrapping?
If you want to know the difference between livery and car wrapping, you must distinguish between the characteristics and purpose of each.
In terms of characteristics, Livery does not consist of adhesives, unlike wrapping materials, which mainly consist of adhesives.
It is easy to remove and does not cause any damage to the vehicle, unlike car wrapping, which requires specific steps and skilled personnel to avoid any damage.
In terms of purpose, livery's primary purpose is to protect the vehicle from the surrounding weather conditions, while wrapping aims to beautify or change the color of the vehicle. It primarily aims to improve and alter its appearance.
Automotive Livery Prices in Dubai and Factors Affecting Pricing
Our prices at Carbonov Design;
Full livery prices typically start at AED 15,000.
Partial liveries start at AED 3,000.
Custom graphic design: AED 3,500.
Car or vehicle livery service prices generally vary according to several criteria, which we mention here:
Materials Used: Using high-quality materials such as carbon fiber, vinyl, or metal materials is more expensive than using nylon, plastic, or polyester. Furthermore, using some materials with additional benefits increases the cost, such as materials that protect against ultraviolet rays, change color, and gradient colors.
Vehicle Size and Dimensions: It is logical that large cars or vehicles consume more materials and require more. More labor hours are required, making their prices more expensive compared to smaller vehicles.
Custom and complex designs: It is well known that complex and custom designs require a high level of skill and expertise compared to simple designs.
Full or partial liveries: A full livery is undoubtedly more expensive than a partial livery, which may be limited to a part of the vehicle, such as the doors or roof.
Technology used: A livery may require the addition of moving lights, LEDs, or color-changing materials.
In addition to general expenses such as construction fees, workshop rent, and design experts' fees,
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