What Car Modifications Are Legal?

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WalkerLee
07/29/25 4:50pm
Car modifications can include changes to wheel styles, roof racks and side steps, body color, grilles, and front/rear bumpers. Wheel styles can be altered: New regulations have relaxed rules on wheel modifications. As long as the wheel size and specifications match those on the vehicle registration certificate, the style can be changed—even if all four wheels have different designs. Roof racks and side steps can be installed: This new rule mainly applies to SUV and MPV models. The height of the roof rack must be within 300mm, and the width of the side steps must not exceed 5cm beyond the vehicle's side profile. Body color can be changed: Whether through painting or wrapping, the body color can be modified. However, the vehicle information must be updated with the DMV within 10 days. Note that colors resembling those of emergency vehicles, such as police cars or fire trucks, are prohibited. Grilles and front/rear bumpers: The styles of grilles and bumpers can also be modified. However, the new grille and bumper must not alter the original vehicle length or width. The car emblem cannot be changed, and the bumper must not have any prominent protrusions, such as tow hooks (commonly known as "tow hitch hooks"), which are not allowed.
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