Frequently Asked Questions

VIP Outdoor Media is San Diego's premier pedicab advertising and transportation company. Founded in 2003, we operate one of the largest pedicab fleets in the United States and specialize in mobile, out-of-home (OOH) advertising campaigns, especially around the San Diego Convention Center, Gaslamp Quarter, and major events like Comic-Con.

We're headquartered in San Diego, CA at 2141 Newton Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, and operate across 35+ US cities.

Established in 2003 — more than 23 years of pedicab advertising experience.

VIP operates 130 city-permitted pedicabs in San Diego, part of a 1,000+ custom electric fleet across 35+ US cities — making us the largest pedicab company in the nation.

Pedicab advertising is mobile, street-level marketing — your brand's graphics are displayed on pedicabs as they travel through high-traffic areas, putting your message directly in front of your target audience in a memorable, interactive way.

VIP offers several campaign types including: custom branded pedicab wraps, Free-Ride Campaigns (sponsored complimentary rides), and full experiential/field marketing campaigns.

In a Free-Ride Campaign, your brand sponsors complimentary pedicab rides for convention attendees or event guests. Riders experience your brand first-hand, drivers act as brand ambassadors, and even non-riders associate your brand with the generous gesture — building loyalty and goodwill.

Pedicabs provide a much longer exposure time than a static billboard, create two-way interactions, cover large geographic areas, and generate social media moments. They are also more cost-effective than TV, radio, print, or magazine advertising.

Your ad can be seen by thousands of people daily across downtown San Diego — up to 8–12 hours of coverage per day, per pedicab.

Yes — this is one of VIP's key advantages. While your competitors stay inside, VIP takes your brand to the streets of Gaslamp, the waterfront, hotels, restaurants, and off-site venues where attendees spend their time.

VIP has worked with 250+ national and global brands including Cisco, HBO, Microsoft, UnitedHealthcare, Fox, Stryker, TikTok, American Express, Amazon, Sony, and Qualcomm — plus ABC, CBS, HP, and many more.

Absolutely. VIP Outdoor Media is the most experienced pedicab company in San Diego for Comic-Con International. We have built fully custom themed pedicabs for studios and networks, complete with in-costume brand ambassadors. A notable example is the custom "The Orville" pedicab built for Fox.

Fully customizable. VIP has an in-house printing and graphics team that can wrap pedicabs in your brand's colors, logos, and imagery. We can also build one-of-a-kind themed pedicabs for major campaigns.

Yes. Drivers/brand ambassadors are happy to wear your branded clothing, hats, or costumes as part of your campaign.

Yes. Brand ambassadors can distribute flyers, product samples, coupons, swag, or any other collateral you provide.

Yes. Drivers can share content and engage with your audience on social media as part of the campaign.

VIP typically requests ad graphics at least two weeks before your campaign launch to ensure quality. However, we can sometimes accommodate last-minute requests. Call us to see if we can work some magic!

VIP serves conventions, trade shows, conferences, corporate meetings, product launches, Comic-Con, weddings, group events, staff outings, scavenger hunts, and special events throughout San Diego County.

Yes — VIP specializes in convention center campaigns and operates extensively in the corridors connecting the Convention Center to Gaslamp hotels, restaurants, and off-site venues.

Yes. VIP pedicabs are highly maneuverable and travel at safe, comfortable speeds. We only operate on streets with a speed limit of 25 mph or less. Our Pedicabs are also insured up to $1,000,000, as per city requirements. Our mechanics maintain our Pedicab fleet daily, making sure each Pedicab is ready to transport your guests. You're safe with us.

Yes. Every driver must obtain a permit from the City of San Diego, which includes an extensive background check and training process.

VIP offers 6-seater pedicabs — we are the only manufacturer of 6-seater pedicabs in the nation. We also manufacture our own pedicabs under Xion Motors.

Yes. Pedicabs are human-powered electric (or assist-powered), making them a green, zero-emission transportation option — a selling point for eco-conscious brands and passengers alike.

Pricing varies based on the number of pedicabs, duration of the campaign, level of customization, and scope of services. VIP customizes packages to fit your specific needs and budget. Contact us for a quote.

Campaigns can be booked for a few days, a week, or even months — fully tailored to your timeline and goals.

Contact VIP Outdoor Media directly via our website at vipoutdoormedia.com, by phone at (619) 228-3632, or by filling out our online quote request form.

Both! Companies large and small have benefited from VIP's campaigns. The model is cost-effective enough for local businesses and scalable enough for national brands.