Texas Laws and Tint Percentages Austin, TX

The current set of Texas laws and regulations requiring window tint percentage, color, and reflection were enacted in 2009. Since the legislature can choose to take up new legal standards any time they are in session, it is a good idea to periodically check for updates.
 
These laws are based on VLT, which stands for “visible light transmission.” Law enforcement officials use equipment to test the percentage of light that shines through the installed product and glass to ensure it meets the state’s standards.
 
What Are the Current Tint Percentage Standards in Texas? 
When creating tint percentage standards, some states separate cars from trucks, vans, and SUVs. Texas keeps the same rules in place for all passenger vehicles on the road. Here are the 2009 rules to review.

• Windshields are permitted a 25 VLT tint above the AS-1 line or the top five inches, but the product must have less than 25% reflection.
• The front side windows must allow at least 25% of the available light into the interior.
• With the back side windows, you can install any VLT darkness rating in Texas.
• Rear windows can have any VLT rating if the vehicle has side outside mirrors. If not, a max 25 VLT rating is allowed.

 
Texas restricts the colors of amber, blue, and red when having tints installed on the windshield. All film manufacturers must certify their product, and a sticker that identifies legal tinting is required between the film and glass on the driver’s side.
 
If you have any questions about placing tints and films on your make and model, please let us know at your convenience. 

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