What Are the Restrictions on Car Modifications?
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The criteria for identifying assembled vehicles include unauthorized use of imported key components, among others. Below are the specific identification criteria: Not listed in the national motor vehicle production catalog: Enterprises not listed in the national motor vehicle production catalog use imported key components to assemble or produce cars and motorcycles. Unauthorized: Enterprises listed in the national catalog use imported key components to assemble or produce cars and motorcycles without approval. Unable to provide proof: Enterprises that have been approved for the project but cannot provide the import quota certificate issued by the economic and trade department, the mechanical and electrical product import certificate, the import license issued by the licensing authority, the customs duty payment certificate, and the goods import certificate issued by the customs. Motor vehicle manufacturers that use nationally approved imported key assemblies to produce cars and motorcycles, where the total value of the assemblies and non-key components exceeds 60% of the original imported model, and lack the whole vehicle import certificate or the whole vehicle duty-paid certificate.
I've modified several cars, and experience tells me there are quite a few limitations. Legally, regulations vary by region—for example, the exhaust system can't be too loud, or you'll get ticketed by the police and fail the annual inspection. Safety-wise, lowering the body too much risks scraping the undercarriage, and suspension modifications can affect stability, potentially causing rollovers during sharp turns. Insurance is a big issue—if modifications are illegal, the insurer might deny claims after an accident. Emission standards also matter; engine modifications may exceed pollution limits, leading to hefty environmental fines. Excessive noise can trigger neighbor complaints, disrupting community harmony. My advice? Check local laws before modifying, use certified parts, and don't cut corners—otherwise, repair costs could be much higher.
