Does commercial vehicle interior modification require approval from the DMV?
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Interior modifications to vehicles do not require filing with the DMV as long as they do not affect safety or license plate identification. According to the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations": Article 15: Under any of the following circumstances, modification registration will not be processed: (1) Changing the brand, model, or engine type of the motor vehicle, except for engines that are optionally installed with permission from the State Council's motor vehicle product authority; (2) Changing the registered appearance and technical data of the motor vehicle, unless otherwise stipulated by laws, regulations, or national mandatory standards. Automotive interior modifications: In fact, the interior is the area with the highest tolerance for vehicle modifications. Whether it's changing the color of car seats, upgrading the center console, or replacing interior parts with high-end materials like carbon fiber, all are acceptable—provided that the vehicle's internal structure is not altered, such as illegally increasing the number of seats, which is strictly prohibited. Otherwise, if caught while driving, you may face fines and penalty points.