Grote Reflective Tape
Grote Reflective Tape: Built for Compliance and Visibility
When it comes to keeping commercial trucks, trailers, and heavy-duty vehicles visible on the road, few names carry as much weight as Grote Industries. Their lineup of reflective tape products is engineered specifically for the demands of the transportation industry — combining regulatory compliance, long-term durability, and genuine all-conditions visibility into every roll and strip.
DOT-C2 Conspicuity Tape: The Core of Grote's Reflective Lineup
Grote's flagship reflective tape offering is its DOT-C2 Conspicuity Tape, available in configurations like the popular 2" x 150' roll. Grote's durable, impact- and solvent-resistant conspicuity tape exceeds DOT requirements, reflects light even in the daytime, and has a bright prismatic appearance. That last detail matters more than it might seem — most reflective tapes are designed purely for nighttime retroreflectivity, but Grote's prismatic design means the tape remains conspicuous even in full daylight, giving drivers and fleet operators an added margin of safety around the clock.
The DOT-C2 standard is a federal requirement for many trailer and truck applications, and Grote doesn't simply meet it — Grote DOT-C2 Conspicuity Tape offers the brightest reflectivity available, with a bright prismatic appearance that reflects light even in daytime, exceeding DOT requirements with a 5-year warranty.
Product Formats to Fit Every Application
Grote recognizes that not every installation is the same, which is why their reflective tape line comes in multiple formats:
- Full rolls (e.g., 2" x 150') for fleet shops and high-volume trailer outfitting
- Pre-cut strips — such as part #40641-5, offering (4) 2" x 12" strips with a 10-year warranty and bright prismatic appearance that exceeds DOT requirements — ideal for targeted touch-ups or smaller installs
- Red/Silver alternating DOT-C2 tape to meet the specific color-pattern mandates for trailer conspicuity
- Silver (all-white) tape for applications where solid reflectivity is required
Grote's reflective strips are also available with adhesive-backed or screw-mount options, making them easily mountable on trucks or trailers. This versatility means the right mounting solution is always available, whether you're outfitting a brand-new rig or retrofitting an older trailer.
Why Grote's Quality Standards Set It Apart
Grote's reflective tape isn't just about meeting a spec sheet. Grote became the first manufacturer in the vehicle lighting industry to receive ISO/TS16949 certification in 2003, and in 2018 also received the ISO/IATF 16949 1st edition certification for its business management systems. That commitment to systematic quality control flows directly into the consistency and reliability of every tape product that leaves their facility.
For compliance and reliability on large vehicles, Grote is the sensible, go-to choice. Whether you're a fleet manager keeping a roster of semi-trucks legally compliant, or a DIYer adding safety markings to a trailer, Grote's reflective tape offers a professional-grade solution that installs easily and holds up to road grime, solvents, and impact over years of service.
Shop Grote Reflective Tape
Browse the full selection of reflective tape or explore everything Grote Industries offers across lighting, reflectors, and vehicle safety products. With trusted DOT-C2 compliance, multi-format availability, and a warranty-backed build quality, Grote reflective tape is a straightforward choice for keeping any truck or trailer visible and road-legal.