The industry surrounding number plates has been caught up in a wave of misinformation, fuelled by misleading stories about so-called "ghost" plates. These articles are rife with inaccuracies and show a concerning lapse in journalistic standards. At THZ Custom Workshop, we focus on providing fully legal and high-quality number plates, aiming to clear up the confusion around this issue.
What are Ghost Plates?
The media has described "ghost number plates" as those allegedly designed to dodge detection by infrared cameras/speed cameras and whatever other camera there may be!
These plates "supposedly" use reflective materials or particular designs to trick camera systems, offering a way to avoid law enforcement or traffic monitoring.
This concept is entirely false, and has nothing to do with THZ Custom Workshop' Ghost plates!
What Are THZ Custom Workshop' GHOST Number Plates?
THZ Custom Workshop offers a distinctive style known as GHOST number plates, which are far from the misleading descriptions portrayed in these news articles.
Our GHOST plates include:
- 4D letters with a 3mm outline above the primary characters.
- Our design is fully road-legal, adhering to all British Standard requirements (BS AU 145e).
- Our plates are complete readability by cameras, including those using infrared technology.
These plates focus on aesthetic innovation rather than evading detection.
The Issue of journalists lacking research (don't be a sheep!)
The real disappointment is the irresponsible and inaccurate reporting from several news outlets. The main issues with these articles include:
- Misrepresentations of 3D and 4D Number Plates
- The articles incorrectly state that "so-called 'ghost plates', also known as 3D or 4D plates, are designed to reflect light in a way that confuses camera systems.”
These statements are completely false!
3D and 4D number plates are merely lettering styles, favored for their sleek, modern appearance. Both styles meet all legal standards, including infrared readability.
Equating 3D and 4D plates with devices intended to dodge law enforcement is both misleading and harmful.
By grouping illegal plates with lawful 3D and 4D plates, these narratives unfairly tarnish the reputation of honest businesses.
At THZ Custom Workshop, adherence to legal standards is our priority. Every number plate we create follows the BS AU 145e standard, ensuring reflectivity, durability, and infrared visibility. We firmly reject and will never engage in creating plates meant to bypass basic legal requirements.
Our mission is straightforward: deliver stylish, high-quality number plates that fully conform to all regulatory standards.
Impact of False Information
Such negligent journalism doesn't just mislead readers—it adversely affects an entire industry. Businesses like ours, which diligently provide compliant and quality products, now face mistrust because of inaccurate reporting. These articles not only mislead consumers but also threaten the credibility of lawful businesses within the number plate market.
If you've encountered these misleading stories, we urge you to verify the facts and consult trusted industry authorities like THZ Custom Workshop before accepting any false narratives. Let's work collectively to dispel misinformation and safeguard our industry's integrity.