Vehicle Advertising Regulations in Hanoi: A Comprehensive Guide

Have you ever seen trucks driving around Hanoi with vibrant advertisements plastered on their sides? From small delivery trucks in Cau Giay District to massive “highway kings” transporting goods across provinces, this form of advertising is becoming increasingly popular. However, not everyone understands the regulations surrounding vehicle advertising. So, what are these regulations? Let’s explore them with Hanoi Trucks!

Vehicle Advertising: Essential Regulations

1. Introduction to Vehicle Advertising Regulations

Advertising on vehicles, including trucks, is considered a form of outdoor advertising and is governed by the Law on Advertising 2012 and its guiding documents. Therefore, vehicle owners who wish to use their vehicles for advertising must comply with regulations regarding content, size, placement, and more.

Truck with advertisement wrap

2. Advertising Content

• Appropriate and Ethical Content: Advertising prohibited products or services such as tobacco, weapons, and illegal substances is strictly forbidden.
• Accurate and Truthful Information: All information presented in the advertisement must be accurate and truthful, avoiding any misleading claims.
• Respectful and Non-Offensive Imagery and Language: The advertisement should not use offensive or disturbing images or language.
• Mandatory Information: The advertisement must include the product/service name and the name and address of the organization/individual responsible for the product/service.

3. Size and Placement of Advertisements

• Advertising Area: The advertisement cannot exceed 50% of the surface area of each permissible side of the vehicle.
• Placement: Advertising is permitted on the two sides and the rear of the vehicle. It is strictly prohibited to obstruct license plates, lights, or windows.
• Construction: The advertisement must be securely installed to ensure traffic safety and must not alter the vehicle’s structure.

4. Procedures for Obtaining a Vehicle Advertising Permit

To obtain an advertising permit, vehicle owners need to prepare a complete dossier, including:

• Application for an advertising permit
• Copy of vehicle registration
• Design drawings and descriptions of the advertisement’s content, size, and color
• Advertising contract (if applicable)
• …

The completed dossier should be submitted to the Department of Information and Communications of the vehicle owner’s place of residence.

5. Penalties for Violating Advertising Regulations

Vehicle owners who violate advertising regulations will face administrative fines ranging from a few million to tens of millions of Vietnamese Dong. Confiscation of materials and revocation of advertising permits are also possible.

Example: Mr. Minh, the owner of a delivery truck in Ha Dong District, was fined 10 million VND and forced to remove his advertisement for exceeding the permitted size due to unfamiliarity with the regulations.

Reference Price List for Truck Decal Advertising

Note: This price list is for reference only. Actual prices may vary depending on the decal type, size, and quantity.

Truck with advertisement

Vehicle Advertising: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need a permit to advertise my own business on my truck?

Answer: Yes, according to current regulations, you still need to obtain an advertising permit even if you are advertising your own business.

2. Can I put advertisements on my car windows?

Answer: No, placing advertisements on car windows, including windshields, side windows, and rear windows, is prohibited.

3. Where can I find more information about vehicle advertising regulations?

Answer: You can refer to the Law on Advertising 2012, Decree No. 181/2013/ND-CP, and other relevant legal documents, or contact the Department of Information and Communications in your area for clarification.

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Understanding your concerns about vehicle advertising regulations, Hanoi Trucks hopes this article has provided valuable information. In addition to providing high-quality trucks, we also assist customers in completing the advertising permit application process quickly and conveniently.

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