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How dark can you tint car windows in Australia

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December 24, 2022

What is window tinting?

Just in case you don’t know, window tinting is the process of adding a dark film to the windows of a car. This film can be applied to the front, back and side windows according to Australian vehicle safety regulations. The tinting helps reduce heat from entering the car, reduces glare and also adds a layer of privacy.

Australian vehicle safety regulations

Australian vehicle safety regulations allow all states and territories to set different limits for window tinting. Most of the states and territories have similar window tint laws, but certain regulations can be different.

In NSW it is illegal to tint your car windows if the VLT percentage is less than 35% for front side windows and 20% for rear windows. No tinting is allowed except on the top 10% of the windshield.

The tinting laws in Australia are quite strict, and you need to keep them on your mind when tinting your windows. This is because the law prohibits any window with dark tints that can make it difficult for police officers to see inside the car and check what's happening there.

Exemptions might apply for the vehicles and glazing locations such as:

Ambulances
Hearses, trailers; including caravans
Sunroofs and glazing located in the roof of a vehicle

We've mentioned Visible Light Transmission (VLT) but what is it?

Visible Light Transmission (VLT) is the percentage of light that passes through a window or other transparent material.

Visible Light Transmission is the percentage of light that passes through a window or other transparent material. It's measured by percent transmission and most often expressed as a number between 0 and 100%. The higher the VLT, the more light can pass through the window.

We now offer window tinting as a new service!

We offer window tinting as a new service! We're compliant and experienced professionals.

Window tinting is a great way to add style to your car. It also helps to block out the sun and keep you cool in the summer. Window tinting is also a good way to protect your interior from fading and cracking.

If you're looking for professional window tinting services, look no further than us! We're happy to answer any questions you might have if you want to call Ram on 0406910908.

Sources used to write this article: Tinting-laws.com, nsw.gov.au, vicroads.vic.com.au

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