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What is an unlawful vehicle modification?

I’m just starting to get into the car modification scene, but I’m definitely trying to keep my car street legal. What is an example of an unlawful vehicle modification?

Nick Kunze · Updated on May 6, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Good question! Car modding can be super fun, but there are definitely limitations.

Car modification laws vary from state to state, so you’ll need to check with your home state’s laws to get a definitive answer to what types of car modifications are illegal.

However, here are a few popular car modifications that are actually illegal:

Light rig on a truck’s roof

Loud exhaust

Neon lights

Front windshield tint

However, there are still plenty of modifications you can perform to make your car stand out! Common legal modifications include partially tinted windows, vinyl wrapping, snazzy paint jobs, or a lifted vehicle.

If you do decide to modify your car, you’ll also want to consider reviewing your

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