Is It Illegal to Install a Roof Rack?

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Installing a car roof rack is not illegal, but it depends on the situation. For passenger vehicles, the height of cargo loaded on the roof rack must not exceed 0.5 meters from the top of the vehicle or 4 meters from the ground. If either of these limits is exceeded, it may be subject to inspection by traffic police. Therefore, before purchasing a roof rack, you should measure the position yourself to ensure compliance. Below is additional information: 1. Road Traffic Safety Law: According to Article 54 of the "Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," the load carried by a motor vehicle must not exceed the approved load capacity specified in the vehicle's registration certificate, and the length and width of the load must not extend beyond the vehicle body. 2. Passenger Vehicles: Passenger vehicles are not allowed to carry cargo except on external roof racks and built-in luggage compartments. The height of cargo on the roof rack of a passenger vehicle must not exceed 0.5 meters from the top of the vehicle or 4 meters from the ground.