Gripper Mats™ for L Plates (Learner Driver Plates) — Temporary / Removable Hold on Any Car (Including Aluminium)
Gripper Mats™ for L Plates (Learner Driver Plates) — Temporary / Removable Hold on Any Car (Including Aluminium)
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Hold your L plates safely — even on aluminium cars
Use Gripper Mats to hold vinyl stickers or magnetic signs to your car. They are easy to use and totally removable.
Using learner driver plates shouldn’t be stressful. If your L plates keep slipping, won’t stay put, or your car has aluminium / non-magnetic panels where magnets don’t work, Gripper Mats™ give you a secure, temporary hold without adhesive mess.
Gripper Mats™ are smooth, reusable, no-adhesive grip mats designed and supplied by Proper Design. Place them on the back of your L plate to create a reliable “grip layer” that helps it stay in place while driving — and peel off cleanly when you’re done.
Important: L plates are not included
You’ll need to buy your L plate separately (magnetic or vinyl-style plate). Gripper Mats™ are the reusable “backing” that helps you mount it temporarily.
How it works (simple)
- Clean and dry the car surface.
- Place Gripper Mats™ on the back of your L plate.
- Press the L plate firmly onto the vehicle. Avoid placing the L plate over gaps between panels or sharp bodywork bends. Try to place it on from one side to the other so air bubbles don't get stuck.
- Remove after use and store flat on the packaging.
Why Gripper Mats™ for L plates?
- Works on aluminium / non-magnetic panels where normal magnetic plates won’t hold
- No adhesive, no residue
- Removable after each lesson (ideal for shared family cars)
- Reusable — remove and reapply again and again
- Paintwork-friendly when used on clean, smooth surfaces
Staying legal: UK L-plate rules (quick checklist)
- When a learner is driving, you must display L plates front and rear, clearly visible. GOV.UK+1
- Plates must be red L on a white background and the correct size, or you risk up to 6 penalty points. GOV.UK+1
- You should remove or cover them when the car isn’t being used by a learner (except driving school cars). GOV.UK+2GOV.UK+2
- Wales: a D plate can be used instead (or alongside an L plate). GOV.UK+1
- If you’re in Northern Ireland, requirements can differ—check NI guidance. nidirect
Safety note: Always position plates so they’re clearly visible and don’t obstruct your view, lights, or number plates.
What’s included
- 3 x Gripper Mats™ set (for mounting learner plates front and rear, plus one spare)
- (L plates not included)
FAQ
Will this work with magnetic L plates?
Yes — Gripper Mats™ act as the removable “grip layer” between the magnetic plate and the car, especially helpful on aluminium and other non-magnetic surfaces.
Will this work with vinyl L plates?
Yes. If your “vinyl” L plate is designed to be removable (not a permanent adhesive sticker), Gripper Mats™ can help provide a more secure temporary hold. If it’s a permanent adhesive decal, which are very difficult to remove and leave a sticky residue on your car, you can make it removable by using it with Gripper Mats™. This is a great low cost option.
Do I need one for the front and rear?
UK rules require L plates to be visible from the front and rear when a learner is driving. GOV.UK+1
Brilliant solution for magnetic L plates that won’t stick — especially on aluminium cars. The Gripper Mats hold the plates securely with no damage to paintwork. They’re reusable and stay put at speed.
Wish we’d found them sooner! 🚗
These work great but are difficult to get off. Saying that, they do hold the L plates on very well.
I love these Gripper Mats. My only problem is that they are quite tricky to remove from the car so if you’re doing that frequently, it’s a bit annoying although much better than losing your L plates all the time! Saying that I’ve got the hang of it now so they come off quite nicely -you just have to pull gently and consistently on a low angle rather than straight off the car.
I am totally amazed at these mats. They stick like nothing I have ever come across before. They do the job brilliantly. My only issue is that they are quite hard to take back off after each journey. Saying that, I have given 5 stars because using them is way better than losing my L plates which is what was happening before and in all honest could have caused an accident if they had distracted or panicked the driver behind. These mats definitely solve that problem!
I’ve just started learning to drive and read that there are a few issues with magnetic L plates coming off. These have been great so far and so I highly recommend.