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The Columbus area is one of the fastest-growing metros in the Midwest, with a strong enthusiast scene and a lot of daily drivers that take a beating from salt and gravel. Central Ohio gets real winters: road salt and brine from November to March, freeze-thaw potholes, and grit thrown up on I-270 and I-71, followed by humid summers.
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Ohio window tint law
- Windshield: at least 70% VLT (±3% tolerance) and no red or yellow tint; the strip above the AS-1 line or in the top 5 inches is not subject to the 70% rule.
- Front side windows: at least 50% VLT (±3% tolerance).
- Rear side windows and rear window: any darkness, but if the rear window lets in less than 50% the vehicle must have outside mirrors on both sides.
- Reflective film: no reflectorized or mirrored material on any window.
- Label: tinted windows on 1990 and newer vehicles must carry a compliance label.
Sources: Ohio Adm. Code 4501-41-03 (window tinting). Summary for general information, not legal advice. Medical exemptions and commercial-vehicle rules are not covered here.
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Which cities in Columbus, Ohio does PitRelay cover?
We currently match requests in Columbus, Dublin, Westerville, Hilliard and nearby suburbs.
Is PitRelay a shop?
No. We are a free matching service. We match your request with up to two independent local shops and email you as soon as a match is ready, usually within one business day. Quotes come from the shops directly.
What is the legal tint limit in Ohio?
Front side windows must let in at least 50% of light (±3%), the windshield at least 70% below the AS-1 line, and rear windows can be any darkness if the car has outside mirrors on both sides. Reflective film is not allowed. Source: Ohio Adm. Code 4501-41-03.
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