Is it okay not to install windshield film?

[DelCamilla]

Not installing film has little impact on vehicle usage and driving. However, if conditions permit, it is recommended to install film. There are many benefits to applying film: after installation on the front windshield, it can reduce the aging time of car interior components caused by harmful sunlight rays and also minimize the damage of harmful rays to the human body. Impact of film installation on vehicle registration: Whether a new car with installed film can be registered mainly depends on whether the installed solar film meets the specified standards. Currently, the vehicle management department primarily refers to the GB7258-2004 "Safety Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicles Operating on Roads" enacted and implemented in 2004. Vehicle management office requirements for film installation: The driver's compartment must ensure the driver's forward and side vision. The visible light transmittance of the front windshield and the glass areas outside the windshield used for the driver's viewing area must not be less than 70%. Mirror-reflective sunshade films are not allowed on any window glass.

[VanWilliam]

After driving for twenty years, I believe not having windshield film poses significant risks. In summer, direct sunlight causes the car interior temperature to soar above 50 degrees Celsius, making it feel like an oven. Even with the AC on full blast, the heat is unbearable, leading to fatigue and potential accidents. UV rays penetrating the glass damage both skin and interior; prolonged exposure causes dashboard discoloration and seat deterioration, which are costly to repair. In case of an accident, unfilmed glass shatters into sharp fragments that can cause injuries. Window film blocks over 80% of heat and 99% of UV rays, provides privacy, and enhances shatter resistance. The cost, ranging from a few hundred to a thousand yuan spread over several years, is well worth it. I recommend choosing certified films with over 70% light transmittance to improve safety and comfort.

[AaliyahMarie]

I'm a frugal car owner who thought skipping window tinting could save a few hundred bucks, but long-term costs matter. Saving on tint when new may cost more later when faded interiors and cracked seats need expensive repairs. Summer parking turns the car into an oven, forcing AC to work harder and burn extra fuel. Without UV protection, driving exposes hands to tanning or skin allergies. City regulations require over 70% light transmission—dark tints risk fines. A mid-range tint around $300 lasts five years, just tens per year. My neighbor regretted skipping tint and spent big on interior fixes. Investing in tint is wise protection.

[DelJoseph]

Legally, windshield tinting is not mandatory but has light transmission restrictions. Many regions require the front windshield to have over 70% light transmittance to prevent obscured vision. Not applying tint is completely legal but lacks heat protection and privacy features. Light-colored compliant films balance safety regulations. Choose certified brands with standard light transmittance to avoid penalties. Without tinting, direct sunlight causes multiple issues.