{"id":45903,"date":"2022-09-01T05:56:01","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T05:56:01","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=45903"},"modified":"2022-09-01T05:56:01","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T05:56:01","slug":"alabama-catalytic-converter-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws: What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Alabama car owners may try to get rid of catalytic converters. Most of them replace them with a straight piece of an exhaust pipe. This is because they think removing the converter will make the engine more powerful. But by doing so, they will be breaking Alabama catalytic converter laws.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Like to take deep breaths of Alabama&#8217;s clean, crisp air? You can thank <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/does-insurance-cover-catalytic-converter-theft\/#What_is_a_catalytic_converter\">catalytic converters<\/a> for that. The catalytic converter in an auto&#8217;s exhaust system keeps the air clean by turning unburned hydrocarbons and combustion byproducts into natural gases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A catalytic converter can also help you get better gas mileage. It&#8217;s made of precious metals, so there&#8217;s a good chance it will be stolen. If yours gets taken, you&#8217;ll need to get a new one as soon as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/car-insurance-in-alabama-all-you-need-to-know\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45905 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-1024x379.png\" alt=\"Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws\" width=\"640\" height=\"237\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-1024x379.png 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-300x111.png 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-768x284.png 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-1536x569.png 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-1-2048x758.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/how-legit-is-way-com-reviews-and-more\/\">Way.com can guide you<\/a> about Alabama&#8217;s catalytic converters laws. In that process, we can give you tips on keeping yours safe from theft.<\/span><\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#Alabama_Catalytic_Converter_Laws\" >Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws<\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#Should_I_have_a_catalytic_converter_in_Alabama\" >Should I have a catalytic converter in Alabama?<\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#Repercussions_of_breaking_Alabama_Catalytic_Converter_Laws\" >Repercussions of breaking Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws<\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#How_can_I_prevent_the_theft_of_catalytic_converters\" >How can I prevent the theft of catalytic converters?<\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#Does_insurance_cover_the_theft_of_a_catalytic_converter\" >Does insurance cover the theft of a catalytic converter?<\/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\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/#Waycom_%E2%80%93_the_future_of_car_insurance\" >Way.com &#8211; the future of car insurance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alabama_Catalytic_Converter_Laws\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Alabama Pollution Control Act (Chapter 28, Section 22-12 of the State Code) says that people who own cars with pollution control systems must keep those systems in good shape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Even if Alabama law had said nothing about catalytic converters, there is still a federal law that says you can&#8217;t take out or replace a catalytic converter that is working.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency website said this law is in all 50 states. Federal law says that a broken converter must be replaced with a new one that meets EPA standards and is the same as the old one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45906 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Both Alabama state law and federal law say that cars have to have catalytic converters.\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-1024x684.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-768x513.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Depositphotos_255139494_XL-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_have_a_catalytic_converter_in_Alabama\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Should I have a catalytic converter in Alabama?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Both Alabama state law and federal law say that cars have to have catalytic converters.\u00a0A replacement catalytic converter must comply with Alabama&#8217;s regulations and be either an OEM item or a brand-new aftermarket catalytic converter certified by the state board.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These federal EPA rules must also be followed by any replacement catalytic converters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The new catalytic converter must be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In the same place as the first one<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The same kind as the first one<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The suitable model for your car or truck<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Set up correctly<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Accompanied by a warranty card from the installer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Repercussions_of_breaking_Alabama_Catalytic_Converter_Laws\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Repercussions of breaking Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>According to Alabama&#8217;s pollution laws, driving a car in the state is illegal if its catalytic converter and other air pollution control systems have been removed, switched off, or are not functioning correctly. Anyone who violates the law faces a $10,000 fine and a year in jail.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/drive-car-without-catalytic-converter\/\">you drive around with a damaged catalytic converter<\/a>, you will be fined up to $2,500. If a scrapyard is caught doing business with a stolen catalytic converter, it will be fined $25,000.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_prevent_the_theft_of_catalytic_converters\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How can I prevent the theft of catalytic converters?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Catalytic converters are very valuable, but it&#8217;s <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/why-do-people-steal-catalytic-converters\/\">effortless for thieves to steal them<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A thief can steal your catalytic converter in as little as two minutes and sell it for $300 to $1,500. The <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/metals-catalytic-converter\/\">converters contain valuable metals<\/a> like platinum, rhodium, and palladium, which can be melted down and sold for even more money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Even though thieves are stealing a lot of catalytic converters right now, there are still some things you can do to keep them away:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Install a device to stop theft:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0If you put a metal cage around your converter, it will never again be stolen.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pick a safe place to park:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To keep thieves away, park in a well-lit area, preferably with little space around your car.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Engrave your catalytic converter:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u00a0If a potential thief looks at your converter and sees your license plate number (or VIN), they&#8217;ll probably leave you alone.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_insurance_cover_the_theft_of_a_catalytic_converter\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Does insurance cover the theft of a catalytic converter?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>The full insurance coverage <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/does-insurance-cover-catalytic-converter-theft\/#What_is_a_catalytic_converter\">covers the theft of catalytic converters<\/a>. If you have this coverage, your insurance company will pay to replace the catalytic converter.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45904 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Theft of a catalytic converter is covered by full coverage insurance!\u00a0If you have this coverage, your insurance company will pay to replace the catalytic converter.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-768x512.jpg 768w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, http:\/\/wordwblog02.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Depositphotos_65125439_XL-min-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you&#8217;re worried about your car insurance coverage after reading about the rise in catalytic converter theft, <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-the-car-insurance-you-deserve-through-way\/\">Way.com can help you<\/a> get the proper coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Waycom_%E2%80%93_the_future_of_car_insurance\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Way.com &#8211; the future of car insurance<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/zoom-your-way-to-a-new-car-insurance-policy-in-minutes\/\">Way.com is where car insurance is going<\/a>! You can make changes to your car insurance policy using our nifty app. On top of that, you can save approximately $971 per year!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-the-best-and-affordable-car-insurance-through-your-way-app\/\">Way.com is easy and quick<\/a>. Get ready to say goodbye to all those phone calls and papers!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After you download Way.com and answer a few questions in less than a minute. The app will give you quotes from top insurance companies. These rates are competitive and have all the coverage you need at a price you&#8217;ll love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once you&#8217;ve decided, Way.com can help you cancel your old policy and get everything set up so you can switch to the new one. Oh, and if you&#8217;re worried that you&#8217;ll be alone during the process, you won&#8217;t be. <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/get-fair-car-insurance-rates-through-way-com\/\">Way.com&#8217;s insurance agents<\/a> are always just a click away.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s more info on\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/airport-parking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">top-rated airport parking<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">,\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/cities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the best parking spots in your city<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, affordable\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto insurance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, easy\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-refinance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">auto refinance<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and\u00a0<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/car-wash-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">high-quality car washes near you<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alabama car owners may try to get rid of catalytic converters. Most of them replace them with a straight piece of an exhaust pipe. This is because they think removing the converter will make the engine more powerful. But by doing so, they will be breaking Alabama catalytic converter laws. Like to take deep breaths&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/alabama-catalytic-converter-laws\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws: What You Need to Know<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":46,"featured_media":45907,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2500,5277,5276],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-45903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-way-app","category-theft","category-catalytic-converter","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.3 (Yoast SEO v28.0) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Alabama Catalytic Converter Laws: What you need to know<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Alabama car owners may try to get rid of catalytic converters. 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