Lowering in West Virginia
Conditional
West Virginia sets a real floor: on vehicles up to 10,000 lb GVWR, front and rear bumper height may be no less than 6 inches and no more than 31 inches.
Verified against primary sources · August 2026
What the law says
Where bumpers are altered or absent, the measurement is taken to the bottom of the frame rail. West Virginia also bars any modification causing the body or chassis to contact the ground.
Specific Limits
- Max bumper height
- 31 in
- Min bumper height
- 6 in
Frequently Asked Questions
Are lowering legal in West Virginia?
West Virginia sets a real floor: on vehicles up to 10,000 lb GVWR, front and rear bumper height may be no less than 6 inches and no more than 31 inches.
What are the exact lowering limits in West Virginia?
Max bumper height: 31 in. Min bumper height: 6 in. Source: W. Va. Code § 17C-15-48.
Street-legal lowering picks
Gear that helps you mod without a ticket in West Virginia.
Lowering springs
A conservative drop that keeps required ground clearance.
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Dial your height back up if an inspection says you're too low.
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