Window Tint
When the Carolinas heat up, it can raise the interior of your car to make it feel like you're driving in the desert but Carolina Custom is here to help! Our expert window tint installers are ready to help you beat the heat with the maximum legal level of UV blocking protection. Wondering about what's allowed for your vehicle? Our team is here to help and we've got some info below about the tint laws in NC. We've also upped the protection options by offering paint protection film, to maintain your factory fresh paint finish!Â
Window Tint
The sun's intense UVA rays can not only damage your interior, they can heat your vehicle to uncomfortable temperatures, especially in the Carolinas. Our window tint professionals will install your desired level of sun protection perfectly and the results will leave you much cooler and more comfortable year round! Tinting your windows can reduce the interior temperature by up to 30 degrees, not only keeping your interior cooler overall but also boosting the effectiveness of your A/C.
Window Tint: Starting at $299
Window Tint Regulations for North Carolina
Visible Light Transmission (VLT) is the percentage of visible light allowed through your car windows. The percentage allowed in North Carolina is very specific and different for sedans, SUVs and vans. Additionally, NC allows a certain level of window reflection, so pay attention to that as well.Â
North Carolina has several other regulations regarding window tinting. They include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Side Mirrors: If the back window is tinted, dual side mirrors are required.
- Restricted Colors: RED, AMBER and YELLOW colors are not allowed.Â
- Tint Variance: 3% variance allowed (up to 32% VLT)
North Carolina Allowed Tint and Reflectivity
Sedans and Trucks
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line or top 5 inches
- Front/Rear Side Windows and Back Window: Must allow more than 35% of light in and not be more than 20% reflective
SUVs and Vans
- Windshield: Non-reflective tint is allowed above the manufacturer's AS-1 line or top 5 inches
- Front Side Windows: Must allow more than 35% of light in and not be more than 20% reflective
- Back Side Windows and Rear Window: Any darkness may be used and not be more than 20% reflective
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Carolina Custom
20310 Chartwell Center Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
- Sales: 704-655-4444
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Gastonia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
2339 E Franklin Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28054-4726
- Sales: 704-874-6000
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Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
20700 Torrence Chapel Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031-6318
- Sales: 704-896-3800
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