Underglow in New York
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In New York, steady-burning white is the only safe civilian underglow color; colored and flashing accent lighting is effectively prohibited on the road.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
VTL § 375's color rules leave steady white as the only clearly legal civilian option — amber is effectively limited to hazard vehicles, and blue/red are reserved.
Specific Limits
- Safe color
- steady white
- While driving
- restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Are underglow legal in New York?
In New York, steady-burning white is the only safe civilian underglow color; colored and flashing accent lighting is effectively prohibited on the road.
What are the exact underglow limits in New York?
Safe color: steady white. While driving: restricted. Source: N.Y. Veh. & Traf. Law § 375.
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