New Brunswick RCMP: Mods & Safety

0:00It's April 30th. I'm Cory with the story, and this is Canada News today, local news powered by AI. New Brunswick RCMP is wrapping up efforts to school drivers on vehicle mods that ace the road test and keep everyone safe. Think lifted trucks, lowered rides, suspension tweaks, or tinted windows. Some fly, others flop hard because they mess with handling or center of gravity. Two zero in on wheels sticking out past the fenders, which can fling debris into traffic or super tall tires that crank rollover risks on, corners. Tints are cool on rear windows, but a no-go on the windshield or driver-side glass, mainly so cops can spot threats inside during stops. Car culture thrives here with big shows in Fredrton and Monkton, and police get that, they just want mods done right to stay legal. People shop owners like those in Tameth, say proper installs pass inspection easy, but requests are dipping amid inflation-squeezing wallets. One big catch, mods can tank your insurance if you skip telling your provider first.

1:04Anti-theft add-ons popular in places like Ontario might even void coverage entirely, so check ahead to avoid getting stranded. RCMP plans more outreach to blend that mod love with road smarts, keeping New Brunswick Street safe without killing the vibe.