Picture Car Glossary
grip rig on a picture car
What is a grip rig on a picture car?
Updated June 2026 · Revolution Picture Cars
A grip rig on a picture car is the combination of grip equipment hostess trays, speed rail, suction-cup camera mounts, seat mounts, and custom brackets used to attach camera systems to the exterior or interior of a vehicle.
The key grip and rigging grip design the rig based on the director of photography's shot requirements, and the picture car coordinator ensures the vehicle's body structure can support the weight and stress of the intended rig. All grip rigs on vehicles must be approved by the safety department before driving.
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