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Lowering in Vermont

Vehicle type: Suv

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For ordinary passenger cars Vermont sets a maximum bumper height of 22 inches with no minimum and no clearance rule. A rim-line scrub test does apply to special vehicles — street rods, homebuilt, exhibition, and neighborhood electric vehicles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are lowering legal in Vermont?
For ordinary passenger cars Vermont sets a maximum bumper height of 22 inches with no minimum and no clearance rule. A rim-line scrub test does apply to special vehicles — street rods, homebuilt, exhibition, and neighborhood electric vehicles.
What are the lowering limits in Vermont?
For ordinary passenger cars Vermont sets a maximum bumper height of 22 inches with no minimum and no clearance rule. A rim-line scrub test does apply to special vehicles — street rods, homebuilt, exhibition, and neighborhood electric vehicles. For specific numeric limits and thresholds, see our full compliance report.
Are there exceptions for lowering in Vermont?
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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