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Squatted trucks are now banned in Arkansas

  • Squatted trucks are now banned in Arkansas
  • A new bill came into effect on April 8
  • The law also includes cars and SUVs too

Published on Apr 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM (UTC+4)
by Grace Donohoe

Last updated on Apr 10, 2025 at 8:52 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by Tom Wood

Squatted trucks are now banned on highways and public streets in the state of Arkansas.

The bill came into effect earlier this month.

But what modifications actually lead to the truck being prohibited?

Well, there’s a simple answer, and it includes other vehicles too.

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It’s no secret that trucks are a vehicle in high demand

From gas-powered trucks to electric vehicles, auto lovers are snapping them up and the market is booming.

In fact, one report even claims that Jeff Bezos is secretly building a $25,000 EV pickup truck.

Kia is getting in on the action too, and has confirmed that it’s making its first midsize pickup truck for the American market.

But, with new advancements in technology have come new rules around the autos, with Arkansas the latest state to get in on the action.

Modified truck drivers, you may want to listen up.

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Squatted trucks are now banned in the state

The SB411 bill was put into play on April 8 and states that all kinds of squatted trucks are no longer allowed on Arkansas roads.

The law means that if the bumper on the front of the vehicle is more than four inches taller than the height of the bumper to the rear of the auto, it simply cannot run on highways or public roads.

Squatted trucks are now banned in Arkansas
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“A person commits the offense of operation of a motor vehicle with a modified bumper if: He or she operates a passenger car, pickup truck, sports utility vehicle, or panel truck on a public highway or street,” according to the bill.

If the law is broken, a hefty fine must be paid

The penalty is $250 for a first offense within 12 months, and if an offender recommits the offense a second time within a year, $500 will be owed.

If a squatted truck is still found traveling on public streets or highways for a third time, the driver’s license could be lost for a subsequent year.

So, if you’d like our advice, perhaps err on the side of caution, or risk losing your legality to drive anything at all.

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Grace started her career writing about the weird and wonderful for the international press. She's covered everything from lifestyle to sports and hard news and now finds herself pursuing her main interest - cars. She's loved cars from a young age and has a keen interest in luxury travel too.