Will adding a front splitter through modification get you caught by traffic police?
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Yes, you may get caught. According to the new "Road Traffic Safety Law," it is explicitly stipulated that no unit or individual may assemble motor vehicles or alter the registered structure, construction, or characteristics of a motor vehicle without authorization. The structure of a vehicle includes the body color, length, width, height (four rigid standards), and relevant technical parameters of the engine. Below is more related information: 1. Vehicle Modification: Vehicle decoration relates to the safety performance of the vehicle, and modifications may have an even greater impact on safety. When performing vehicle decoration or modification, one should fully understand its impact on the vehicle's safety performance. If applying to change the body color, replace the body or frame, Car Accessories Home recommends that the owner fill out the "Motor Vehicle Modification Registration Application Form" at the vehicle management office and submit the required legal certificates and proofs. The vehicle management office will decide whether to approve or deny the modification within one day of receiving the application. If the modification is approved, the owner must submit the vehicle for inspection within ten days after the modification. The vehicle management office will confirm the motor vehicle within one day of receiving the application, reclaim the original driving license, and reissue a new one. For body or frame replacements, the office will also verify the imprint of the vehicle identification number (frame number) and retain the origin certificate of the body or frame. 2. Penalties for Illegal Modifications: According to the relevant provisions of the Ministry of Public Security's "Motor Vehicle Registration Measures," changing tire specifications, modifying the intake system, or modifying the exhaust system of in-use vehicles are not permitted modifications under national regulations. If modifications affect driving safety, the owner of the illegally modified motor vehicle will be fined 500-1,000 yuan and ordered to restore the vehicle to its original condition.
I've been into car modifications for several years, and adding a front splitter is indeed quite sensitive in China. According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, vehicle body appearance cannot be altered without authorization. Installing a front splitter can easily make the car appear too low or too high, which traffic police can spot immediately during inspections. Especially during nighttime or random checks, the risks double. I suggest you first check with your local vehicle management office about the filing process, or opt for legal modification parts with certifications. From a safety perspective, an improperly adjusted front splitter height can scrape against the road surface, affecting handling and potentially creating hazards. Some cities now enforce strict penalties, with fines and demerit points, which just isn't worth it. In short, don't rush into installing one just for looks—get all the facts before deciding.
