Is it illegal to install a roof box on a sedan?

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OTeagan
07/30/25 10:29am
Installing a roof box on a sedan is not illegal. However, regulations stipulate that for passenger vehicles carrying cargo on roof racks, the height from the top of the vehicle must not exceed 0.5 meters, and the height from the ground must not exceed 4 meters. Exceeding either of these limits may result in a traffic ticket from the police. Relevant information about roof racks is as follows: 1. A roof rack is a device installed on the roof of a vehicle for carrying items, thereby increasing the interior space. Roof racks are convenient for carrying large amounts of luggage during travel. 2. Installing a roof rack increases the vehicle's wind resistance, leading to higher fuel consumption. Therefore, if not used for an extended period, the roof rack should be removed. Roof racks are suitable for medium to large vehicles such as commercial vehicles and SUVs.
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