Is it illegal to raise the car chassis by 4cm?
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Minor modifications are acceptable as long as they don't violate regulations. More extended information is as follows:1. Introduction: The structure of a car chassis consists of four parts: the transmission system, the running system, the steering system, and the braking system. Most modern cars use an independent suspension system, which can be further divided into different structural forms such as the swing-arm type, trailing-arm type, multi-link type, candle type, and MacPherson suspension system. 2. Automobile Construction: Engine: The engine consists of 2 major mechanisms and 5 major systems, including the crank connecting rod mechanism, valve mechanism, fuel supply system, cooling system, lubrication system, ignition system, and starting system. Chassis: The chassis supports and installs the car engine and its various components and assemblies, forming the overall shape of the car. It receives the power from the engine to make the car move and ensures normal driving. Body: The body is installed on the frame of the chassis and is used for the driver and passengers to ride or load goods. The body of a car or passenger car is generally an integrated structure, while the body of a truck is generally composed of two parts: the cab and the cargo box. Electrical equipment: The electrical equipment consists of two major parts: the power supply and the electrical equipment. The power supply includes the battery and generator; the electrical equipment includes the engine starting system, the ignition system of the gasoline engine, and other electrical devices.
I've been driving for half my life and seen plenty of cases of chassis lifting. Raising it by 4cm sounds cool, like an off-road vehicle style, but it's illegal in most places according to regulations. Why? Because when the vehicle's center of gravity is raised, it becomes more prone to rollovers during turns, especially dangerous on rainy slippery roads. I know a friend who raised his car by 3cm last year and had an accident on the highway—ended up with no insurance payout, plus a 500-yuan fine and penalty points. During the annual inspection, the headlight height didn't meet standards, so it failed outright. My advice: first check with the local vehicle management office about regulations, or use original manufacturer lift kits for safety. Don't rush for temporary thrills—safety comes first. If something goes wrong, you'll regret it for life.
