Is modifying car lights legal?

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DelLola
07/25/25 4:37am
Currently, there are no explicit laws in China that classify the modification of xenon headlights as illegal. However, if the luminous intensity of the modified xenon headlights exceeds the stipulated value, it constitutes an illegal modification. Additionally, converting halogen lights to xenon lights will not pass the annual vehicle inspection. If you modify your car lights yourself, you must apply for approval and registration at the vehicle management office and undergo relevant light inspections. Modifications that do not meet the standards will not be approved. Below are specific details about xenon lights: 1. Xenon lights, also known as high-intensity discharge (HID) lights, offer advantages such as safety, energy efficiency, high brightness, long lifespan, and easy installation. Many high-end vehicles come equipped with xenon lights from the factory, making them a popular choice for car light modifications. 2. There is no issue with xenon lights as long as the color temperature does not exceed 6000K during installation. The standard color temperature for factory-installed xenon lights is 4300K, which provides the best light penetration and does not cause glare for oncoming traffic.
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