Love for wide tyres, alterations in car proving costly in Chandigarh
There is 268% rise in traffic challans issued for vehicle modifications in just one year
Alterations to any structural component of the vehicle — such as number plates, horns, body paint, or overall design — are also punishable. (Representational Photo) The passion for altering vehicles, especially by installing wider tyres, is now burning a hole in the pockets of residents as Chandigarh is witnessing a sharp crackdown on vehicle modifications.
According to the data shared by the traffic police, there has been a 268 per cent increase in traffic challans issued for vehicle modifications in just one year.
Till June 24 this year, a total of 781 challans have been issued for illegal vehicle alterations, as compared to 212 during the same period last year. Notably, only 574 challans were issued in the entire year of 2024, indicating a significant rise in enforcement this year.
The crackdown is not limited to tyre modifications. Alterations to any structural component of the vehicle — such as number plates, horns, body paint, or overall design — are also punishable. Any change from the manufacturer’s original specification post-registration is considered a violation under the Motor Vehicles Act.
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