Would you like a free car? Well who doesn’t! But is this really possible? The answer is yes! Certain advertising companies offer free vehicles to drivers who are willing to help them increase their exposure to the general public. Auto wrap is different from typical advertising and offers a unique and cost-effective way for a business to build brand awareness.
If you live in a capital city of the US, Great Britain and certain European countries, then you are the ideal candidate. Of course, you must also have a full driver’s license and a good driving record. Another thing that these companies usually ask you for is that you drive a minimum of kilometers per month. This amount can be anywhere from 400 to 800 miles and don’t think you can just lie about it. The company may decide to check your mileage odometer to verify that you are telling the truth, and if you are not, you may be disqualified. If you are accepted, your only expenses will be some gas money and car insurance.
Does this sound too good to be true?
Well, the truth is that there are some disadvantages:
- New cars may not be available, so you may have to wait a few weeks. Also, you may not be able to get the model of your choice. However, there is usually enough variety for you to find something you really like.
- You can’t always choose what kind of product you want to promote or how big an ad that goes with the car. In the event that you are not satisfied with the product, you can decline the offer and wait for something better to arrive.
- The car won’t really belong to you. It will belong to the advertising company. After the end of the contract (usually 5 years), you will be asked to return the car or renew the contract.
- The advertisement will remain on your vehicle day and night, 7 days a week, without your having the right to remove it. This means you need to be prepared to drive an advertising-wrapped vehicle wherever you go: to work, school, weddings, funerals, etc.
- Competition for a free car is very fierce and in some cases you may have to wait a couple of months before being accepted into this program.