Following my inquiry about why there’s many cars in the US that are sized for European-sized license plates, (one answer here) I wondered what would happen if Mn/DOT was able to issue 520mm x 110mm in addition to their North American-standard 12” x 6”. Here’s a cheap mockup where I held myself to this rule: all lettering, letter spacing, word marks, and sticker sizes must maintain the exact same size and proportions.
Ends up, even with that rule, you can make it work. A real designer could certainly make something a lot better than what I just created (if you want the PSD, drop me a note).
Considering not just all the Ford Focuses and other popular “American” cars on the road that are actually sized for 520mm x 110mm plates, think of the market for sports cars and other European vehicles that would snatch these up. I would buy one for my Mini Cooper in a heartbeat.
As you look at cars today, note how many would work with this size — I bet it’s more than you thought.
If you looking to get pulled over for driving while liberal in Delano, go for it.
