The Best HDRi Maps and Backplates of America

The United States of America is iconic both as one of the world’s most powerful nations and as a place of varied and diverse scenic beauty. 
It’s also one of the world’s largest markets for automobiles and other products!
That makes America a popular location for automotive photoshoots. Now, thanks to our professional HDRi Maps and Backplates, you don’t need to actually travel to America in order to produce automotive renders and product shoots in some of the United States’ most beautiful and well-known destinations.
Here are a few of our favorite HDRi Maps and Backplates of America from our extensive collections. You can view all of our United States content here.

Utah Salt Flats

The Utah Salt Flats are one of the most storied motoring destinations in the world. Perfectly flat and beautifully monochromatic, the Utah Salt Flats have been the location of choice for vehicle testing, high-speed races, and automotive demonstrations for generations.
Our Utah Salt Flats HDRi Maps capture every aspect of the salt flats in varying weather conditions, lighting conditions, seasons and times of day.
The salt flats are stunning, but they’re remote and hard to reach! Use our HDRi Maps and Backplates instead of traveling there in person.

Racetracks

Racing culture is alive and well in America, with small local tracks and unique racing locations dotting the landscape from coast to coast.
Celebrate America’s racing culture–which welcomes both professionals and amateurs with classic street cars, muscle cars, and more–with HDRI Maps and Backplates of a wide variety of race tracks.

California Coastal Roads

California’s scenic Pacific coastline is one of the world’s top locations for automotive advertising. 
Especially when debuting a rugged, outdoors-oriented vehicle in the American market, it’s practically mandatory to show the vehicle crossing Bixby Bridge or taking a hairpin turn on Highway 1.
Our California HDRi Maps and Backplates highlight every aspect of this iconic destination, and are perfect for virtual productions.

Streets of New York City

On the other side of the country, you’ll find one of the world’s greatest cities– New York ! Whether you want to showcase quiet luxury or simply show a vehicle or product in a location that screams “America”, New York City is the perfect place to choose.
Actually producing a photoshoot in New York City, though, is expensive and a major headache. The city is friendly to productions, but dealing with permitting and street closures in the iconic city is time-consuming and expensive.
Instead, opt to use one of our New York HDRi Maps to bring your vehicle to the streets of New York without needing to close down any streets or book expensive travel. 

Rural Roads and the Midwest

From Route 66 to the prairies of Oklahoma, America’s heartland is one of the country’s most picturesque (and patriotic) regions.
Our HDRi Maps and Backplates showcase both large Midwestern cities like Chicago and the pastoral beauty and culture of rural America . If you’re looking to connect with consumers in these regions, our content is the perfect tool.
No matter what project you’re pursuing, CGI.Backgrounds has you covered with industry-leading content showcasing the beauty and diversity of America.
Create a free CGI.Backgrounds account to begin using our America HDRi Maps and Backplates today.

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  • Thomas Smith

    Director of Communications

    Thomas Smith is a professional journalist, photographer, and CEO of Gado Images, an AI-driven content agency. Smith uses his degree in Cognitive Science from Johns Hopkins University and 10+ years of photography industry experience to provide insight on industry trends.