This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to regulate the modification of vehicle tires, specifically addressing vehicles that exceed certain width dimensions. It maintains the existing regulations regarding the total outside width of vehicles, which cannot exceed 96 inches, with exceptions for vehicles measuring 102 inches in width. The bill clarifies that motor homes, travel trailers, truck campers, motor buses, and trackless trolley coaches with a width of 102 inches can operate on designated highways.

A significant addition to the law is the requirement that vehicle tires must be covered by rigid, fixed extensions if they protrude beyond the manufacturer's original factory body dimensions, particularly for vehicles commonly referred to as "Bro Trucks" and SUVs. Furthermore, if the total width of the vehicle exceeds 102 inches, additional front, rear, and side marker lighting as mandated by the Federal Department of Transportation is required. This amendment aims to enhance safety and compliance for modified vehicles on West Virginia highways.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17C-17-2