Wheel & Tire Protrusion in Alabama
Legal
Alabama has no fender-coverage or wheel-protrusion statute — tires may extend past the fenders. Only the general 8-foot-6-inch vehicle width cap applies.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
No provision in Alabama's equipment article addresses fenders, mud flaps, or how far a tire may protrude.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are wheel & tire protrusion legal in Alabama?
Alabama has no fender-coverage or wheel-protrusion statute — tires may extend past the fenders. Only the general 8-foot-6-inch vehicle width cap applies.
Street-legal wheel & tire protrusion picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in Alabama.
Fender flares
The standard fix when wheels stick out past the fender line.
Shop on AmazonMud flaps
Several states require them once tires extend beyond the body.
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