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Lowering in New Hampshire

Vehicle type: Sedan

Conditional

New Hampshire sets a real floor: if the suspension has been altered, the bottom edge of the horizontal bumper bar must sit at least 16 inches above level ground, and no more than 20 inches on a passenger car (30 on an MPV or light truck).

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are lowering legal in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire sets a real floor: if the suspension has been altered, the bottom edge of the horizontal bumper bar must sit at least 16 inches above level ground, and no more than 20 inches on a passenger car (30 on an MPV or light truck).
What are the lowering limits in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire sets a real floor: if the suspension has been altered, the bottom edge of the horizontal bumper bar must sit at least 16 inches above level ground, and no more than 20 inches on a passenger car (30 on an MPV or light truck). For specific numeric limits and thresholds, see our full compliance report.
Are there exceptions for lowering in New Hampshire?
Yes, there may be exceptions and exemptions. Get the full details including medical exemptions and edge cases in our compliance report.

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