Oversize it
A vehicle code needs to be far larger than a print one. When unsure, print bigger — you're read from across a street, not across a desk.
Where to use
A wrap that turns parking into leads
Add a QR code to your car or van and a parked vehicle becomes a business card — people scan to save your number, book a job or check reviews while you're on site.
- Best when parked
- Reads across the street
- Editable links
Vehicle QR size guide
Vehicles are read from a few metres away, and only reliably when parked or moving slowly. The rule of thumb: minimum size ≈ scan distance ÷ 10.
| Context | Minimum size | Scan distance |
|---|---|---|
| Door or lower side panel | 10 × 10 cm | up to ~2 m |
| Rear panel or tailgate | 15 × 15 cm | up to ~3 m |
| Full wrap or large side | 20 × 20 cm | up to ~4 m |
| Small window sticker | 8 × 8 cm | up to ~1.5 m |
Note: A moving vehicle can't be scanned reliably — size for a parked one. Test from the kerb at the distance people will actually stand.
Who it's for
Every parked minute is an ad
Save my contact
One scan drops your number, email and links into a phone — great for trades and services.
Book a job
Send people straight to your booking or quote form while the van's on site.
Show reviews
Link to your ratings so a curious neighbour sees you're trusted.
Run a promo
Point to a seasonal offer you can change without re-wrapping.
Fleet consistency
Give every vehicle the same code and see which routes and depots get scanned.
Recruiting drivers
Add "scan to apply" so the road becomes a hiring channel.
Vehicle QR code FAQ
Can people scan a QR code on a moving car?
Not reliably. Phones need a second or two to lock on, so vehicle codes really work when you're parked or crawling in traffic. Size and place them for a stationary vehicle.
How big should a QR code be on a van?
For a car-park distance of 2–3 m, 10–15 cm; for a full wrap read from further, 20 cm or more. On a vehicle, err large — it costs nothing and scans far better.
Where's the best place to put it?
Where people pause behind or beside you: rear doors, the tailgate, and lower side panels. Keep it clear of handles, seams and curves.
Can I update the link after wrapping?
Yes, with a dynamic code. Change the destination — a new offer, an updated booking page — without touching the wrap.
Will it survive weather and washing?
The code is only as durable as the print. Use laminated vehicle vinyl and it holds up to sun and washes like the rest of the wrap.
Design for the real scanning moment
- Design for parked-vehicle scanning only, use durable material and never encourage people to scan while driving.
- Preserve the quiet zone around the code.
- Avoid decorative changes that reduce foreground/background contrast.
- Scan a production proof with more than one phone before approving the full run.
- Match the destination to the placement. Common choices include Website, Business, vCard Plus.
Wrap it once, update it anytime
Create a vehicle QR code — big enough to read from the kerb, editable without a re-wrap.