Magnet on the vehicle promo

[Metal Arcs]

So the mRs. got me a magnet which says the company name, website and phone number and i plan on sticking it to the tailgate of the pickup. Any of you guys ever try this form of advertising? I assume it will drum up a few calls in the least as I've been stuck behind an "ad" at a light and made a call or two myself. I am just curious about any potential down side to this. I cant really think of any besides people trying to pull me over instead of just calling or something like that.

Any of you guys have any experience with this?

[AnotherDano]

There was a huge discussion about this on a powder coating forum a while back.

Check with your insurance agent about liabilities and coverage when displaying the sign. One instance involved a guy who was denied coverage after an accident because he'd listed the vehicle as a 'personal use' when he took out the policy. But the insurance company denied him coverage since the sign magically converted the truck into a 'business use' vehicle and the fine print voided the coverage. Of course, the company had no problem accepting his payments.

[Gamelord]

Just make sure you don't cut anyone off while driving. After all, they now have your phone number and your company name. If you are a offensive driver, you could be your own worst enemy.

Insurance companies suck!!!

[Metal Arcs]

Hmmm, very interesting. I def see the insurance liability thing, makes sense. Any excuse to tell you to take a hike. I will call them and find out, thanks for the heads up Dano!

As for the offensive driving, I think I'd be ok in that area, generally i'm very passive in my vehicle. I may actually put it on the mrs. vehicle as she is the one tooling around town while i do my 10-12 a day, and there is no advertising value in a steel shop parking lot... And if someone calls my business saying "someone from your company cut me off, I can always say "you know how many of those magnets are out and about?? hahah