New York State's Governor (Cuomo) just passed legislation in regard to window tinting on cars. All other windows (front side and rear side) cannot be darker than 35% VLT. Tint Laws for New York – NY are 70% for the front side windows, 70% for the back side windows, and any for the rear windows.Sep 4, 2020
Is 50 percent tint legal in NY?
Can I have tinted windows on my vehicle? Section 375 (12-a) of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law does not allow a windshield or front side windows that are dark. ... The windshield and front side windows cannot block more than 30% of the light.
Is 30 percent tint dark?
30% tint means that the window tint allows 30% of the light to shine through the glass once applied. In other words, 30% tint blocks 70% of the light from passing through the glass. ... The lower the tint % is the darker the window film. The higher the tint percentage is the lighter the window tint is.
Are all tints illegal in NY?
Section 375 (12-a) of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law does not allow a windshield or front side windows that are dark. The windshield and front side windows cannot block more than 30% of the light. Seventy percent or more of the light from the outside must pass through the window.
What is the darkest legal tint in NY?
- Windshield: Must allow more than 70% of light in (non-reflective tint with any darkness can be used on top 6 inches).
- Front Side windows: Must allow more than 70% of light in.
- Back Side windows: Must allow more than 70% of light in.
What does 35 percent tint mean?
Thirty-Five Percent Tint A vehicle with a 35% tint will give you a darker, more appearance but is still very easy to see through. Many people like this tint because it creates a smooth, stylish look.Jun 14, 2020
Can you get 30% tints?
On cars, the front, back, and rear windows must allow more than 35% of light in. ... If the front-side windows aren't tinted, then any windows behind the driver can legally have any tint percentage. If no window behind the driver is tinted below 30% VLT then the front-sider windows can have 50% light transmission.Jun 14, 2020