Kansas dealerships get a compliant license plate frame option under new law

Automotive Advertising Associates has introduced a Kansas-compliant dealer license plate frame after Senate Bill 403 took effect July 1, 2026. The design is meant to help dealerships keep using branded frames without blocking required plate information.

Why it matters: - Kansas dealerships can still use branded license plate frames if the frames do not block the state name, registration numbers or expiration decal. - The new rule gives dealers a clearer standard for compliance, reducing uncertainty around frame design. - A compliant frame can keep a dealership’s logo, website and contact information visible long after a vehicle leaves the lot.

What happened: - Senate Bill 403 went into effect on July 1, 2026. - Automotive Advertising Associates introduced a dealer license plate frame designed to meet Kansas visibility requirements. - The company says Kansas dealerships can request a sample license plate and frame proof before ordering. - Dealerships can contact the company at 1-855-453-6500 or fstangle@automotiveadvertisingassociates.com for more information.

The details: - Kansas law allows license plate frames as long as they do not cover the state name, registration numbers or expiration date decal. - The law also sets allowable frame size, giving dealerships a specific standard to follow. - Automotive Advertising Associates says the new frame can be imprinted with a dealership’s logo, website address and contact information. - The frame is built so the required plate information remains fully visible. - Sample frames and potential designs are available on the company’s website. - The company is headquartered in Cooper City, Florida, and works with automotive dealerships nationwide. - The company’s social links are LinkedIn and YouTube.

Between the lines: - The update turns a legal compliance issue into a marketing opportunity for Kansas dealers. - Dealerships that already use plate frames do not need to abandon the tactic; they need a design that fits the new visibility rules. - The proof-first approach lowers the barrier for dealers who want to check compliance before placing an order.

What's next: - Kansas dealerships can update existing frame programs or launch new ones under the current law. - Automotive Advertising Associates is inviting dealers to review samples and request proofs before deciding whether to move forward. - Dealers that adopt the new design can keep using the frame as a low-cost branding tool without revisiting the layout later.