{"id":41303,"date":"2022-06-03T06:23:07","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T06:23:07","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=41303"},"modified":"2022-06-03T06:47:45","modified_gmt":"2022-06-03T06:47:45","slug":"are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Squatted Trucks Illegal? Updates on the Squatted Truck Ban"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><i>If you&#8217;re an auto enthusiast, you probably love beautifying and modifying your car. But, be aware of the laws in the state where you intend to modify your vehicle beforehand. For instance, squatted trucks, also known as &#8216;Carolina Squats,&#8217; are now illegal in some states. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about the squatted truck ban.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"tenor-gif-embed\" data-postid=\"16351356\" data-share-method=\"host\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1.77778\" data-width=\"100%\">Last year a petition started on Change.org asking to make squatted vehicles, or&#8217; Carolina Squat,&#8217; illegal. Over 72,000 people have signed the petition as of now.<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41281 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MicrosoftTeams-image-88.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#Where_are_squatted_trucks_illegal\" >Where are squatted trucks illegal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#What_is_a_squatted_truck\" >What is a squatted truck?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#Where_did_squatted_trucks_originate\" >Where did squatted trucks originate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#Why_squat_a_truck\" >Why squat a truck?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#Are_squatted_trucks_dangerous\" >Are squatted trucks dangerous?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/#The_science_behind_why_squatting_is_bad_for_your_truck\" >The science behind why squatting is bad for your truck<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_are_squatted_trucks_illegal\"><\/span>Where are squatted trucks illegal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Currently squatted trucks are illegal in North Carolina and Virginia. There are indications that South Carolina may also ban them.<\/p>\n<p>In May 2021, North Carolina lawmakers approved legislation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2021\/12\/03\/1061200749\/carolina-squat-squatted-trucks-suvs-illegal-north-carolina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">making squatted trucks illegal in the state<\/a>. The legislation went into effect on December 1, 2021.<\/p>\n<p>The North Carolina General Assembly law states that a private passenger automobile must not be modified\/altered by elevating the automobile to more than 3 inches from the manufacturer&#8217;s specified height in the front. Also, you cannot lower the automobile by more than 2 inches from the manufacturer&#8217;s specified height in the rear.<\/p>\n<p>The legislation further states that &#8216;a private passenger car changed or altered in contravention of this paragraph must not be used on any highway or public vehicular area.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>Those who violate this law might face a one-year license suspension.<\/p>\n<p>In March 2022, Virginia followed suit. Virginia&#8217;s governor signed a ban on squat trucks into law some weeks after an incident that killed a 27-year-old man. The bill, signed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, restricts modifications that raise a vehicle&#8217;s front bumper 4 inches or more over the back bumper.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/wpde.com\/news\/local\/carolina-squat-bill-south-carolina-governors-mcmaster-sc-house-of-representatives-voted-unanimously-tilt-four-inches-may-4-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>ABC15<\/u><\/a>, a bill to ban squatted trucks is also on its way to South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster&#8217;s desk.<\/p>\n<p>While all this is happening, another petition on Change.org also wants to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.change.org\/p\/north-carolina-state-house-keep-carolina-squat-trucks-modifications-legal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">keep Carolina Squat trucks modifications<\/a> legal!<\/p>\n<p>With all this brouhaha happening over squatted trucks, let&#8217;s look at what a squatted truck is and why some folks want it banned while others swear by it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_squatted_truck\"><\/span>What is a squatted truck?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A squatted truck is essentially a pickup truck with a lift kit fitted on the front end while the rear end stays at stock\u2013or even lowered\u2013ride height. Since the back end is near the ground, the truck appears to be squatting, thus the name.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_did_squatted_trucks_originate\"><\/span>Where did squatted trucks originate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Contrary to what its name &#8216;Carolina Squat&#8217; indicates, the squatted truck trend did not start in Carolina. It, in fact, arose from Baja racing in California and gained popularity as hundreds of drivers shared images of their squatting automobiles on Instagram.<\/p>\n<p>And that&#8217;s not the only name that it has. Others call it a truck or SUV with a &#8216;California Lean&#8217; or a &#8216;Cali Lean.&#8217; Finally, some people refer to a squat as a &#8216;Tennessee Tilt.&#8217;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_squat_a_truck\"><\/span>Why squat a truck?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Baja racers squatted trucks because when they fly over a jump and crash onto the earth, the rear hits first. The reason behind this was that it would help avoid major accidents. Racers can then do daring leaps without the danger of collapsing.<\/p>\n<p>Since desert racing is no longer a thing, there is no genuine functional need for folks to squat their trucks. Instead, drivers mostly do it for &#8216;aesthetic&#8217; reasons these days, probably helped by its social media popularity.<\/p>\n<p>The Carolina Squat is kind of popular on social media. This sort of customized car has its own Facebook groups and Instagram profiles. In addition, due to market demand, several manufacturers have created their own squat kits that are available for purchase by anybody.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_squatted_trucks_dangerous\"><\/span>Are squatted trucks dangerous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The upward tilt of the front of the truck or car is what makes this modification dangerous since drivers may not be able to see well ahead of them when driving. This might result in traffic accidents. In addition, the higher the truck&#8217;s front, the more difficult it is for the driver to see ahead. This consequently increases the odds of a crash.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the truck&#8217;s tilt prevents the headlight from adequately illuminating the road as the automobile manufacturer intended. As a result, it may blind other incoming cars, perhaps leading to an accident.<\/p>\n<p>The vehicle&#8217;s suspension wears down faster due to the upward tilt of the truck and the lowering of the rear. This modification also has a detrimental influence on the braking system. Therefore, these modifications to the vehicle may potentially result in traffic accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Another downside to squatting your truck is that it loses its ability to tow or haul.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_science_behind_why_squatting_is_bad_for_your_truck\"><\/span>The science behind why squatting is bad for your truck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When your truck squats, more of the underbody is exposed. This increases frontal area and, as a result, aerodynamic drag. Aerodynamic drag is the most significant factor affecting engine efficiency while driving at high speeds, according to the EPA. In addition, when towing, squats may cause the front of your trailer to dip, damaging the aerodynamic design that the trailer manufacturer may have designed.<\/p>\n<p>When weight distribution is uneven, rolling resistance (also known as rolling friction) increases. This, in turn, reduces engine performance. Add to that the excessive and unequal tire and brake pad wear caused by improper weight distribution, and your squatted truck might really start to hurt your wallet.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s for these reasons that there&#8217;s a growing call to ban squatted trucks.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-41305 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/MicrosoftTeams-image-89.png\" alt=\"Cheapest car insurance\" width=\"2560\" height=\"238\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll want to be sure you&#8217;re covered in the event of an accident caused by a squatted truck or just plain reckless driving. Way.com can help you <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">save money on auto insurance<\/a><\/strong> by comparing prices from the best providers.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><i>Here\u2019s more info on\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\"><i>top-rated airport parking<\/i><\/a><i>,\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\"><i>the best parking spots in your city<\/i><\/a><i>, affordable\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\"><i>auto insurance<\/i><\/a><i>, easy\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-refinance\"><i>auto refinance<\/i><\/a><i>, and\u00a0<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\"><i>high-quality car washes near you<\/i><\/a><i>.<\/i><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re an auto enthusiast, you probably love beautifying and modifying your car. But, be aware of the laws in the state where you intend to modify your vehicle beforehand. For instance, squatted trucks, also known as &#8216;Carolina Squats,&#8217; are now illegal in some states. Here&#8217;s what you need to know about the squatted truck&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/are-squatted-trucks-illegal-squatted-truck-ban\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Are Squatted Trucks Illegal? 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