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20 Car Mods That Are Outlawed In The USA

Vukasin Herbez November 30, 2018

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6. Studded Tires in Warm Weather

In some parts of America where the continental climate is harsh and the winters are long, studded tires are a good way to fight icy roads. This is perfectly fine while the weather is cold. But if you use studded tires during spring or summer, you are up for a big fine.

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The reason is simple, they make studded tires to dig into the ice. However, when there is no ice on the road, studs can damage the road surface and destroy the tarmac.

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5. Cold Air Intake

This is a common and practically harmless modification you can do to your car. However, if you live in California, this could be illegal since cold air intakes can change the emissions.

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And because those California laws are particularly strict, it can be a problem with the police. So, before installing the cold air intake, check with the manufacturer.

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4. Messing with the Taillights

Lots of companies offer special taillight replacement. It’s a budget-friendly, easy way to change the look of your car. However, almost all taillight mods are illegal.

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By changing the taillights, you could affect the visibility, affecting driver safety, and that is something the law forbids.

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3. Colored LED Bulbs

Even if you don’t change the headlights but only swap the bulbs, you could still be in trouble. Some states forbid the use of colored LED bulbs in headlights.

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And that is because they are distracting to other drivers and cause serious crashes.

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2. Using Slicks on the Street

If you are a serious racer you know that the tires are a crucial part of a car’s dynamics. In fact, performance tires are a must for any powerful car. However, some racers use slick tires with racing rubber they design to perform best on the track.

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To show off, some drivers mount slick, racing tires on their streetcars and drive around. Unfortunately, doing that is highly illegal since slick tires are useless in the rain and in normal traffic. So, don’t use them, or you will get a big fine.

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1. Using Police Lights

Some people think they are clever to add blue and red lights on their cars to imitate the police car and pass through the traffic with ease. But when they get caught, they not only get an enormous fine but also criminal charges and possible jail time. So, never install a set of blue and red lights behind the grille of your Crown Victoria, since you could end up in major trouble.

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These are the top 20 car mods that are illegal almost everywhere in the USA. Have you ever had one of these mods on your car? Hopefully, you didn’t end up behind bars for using it.

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