Vehicle Modifications Are Regulated By Kuwait's New Resolution

The Minister of Trade and Industry and Minister of State for Youth Affairs have issued Ministerial Resolution No. (171) of 2023 to regulate vehicle modifications. In the resolution, a new provision is added to the executive regulations of Law No. (117) of 2013 to address fundamental changes to vehicles.

A decisive action is taken by the Minister of Trade and Industry on vehicle modifications

Specifically, the amendment, outlined in Article One of the resolution, adds a paragraph to Article (16) and Paragraph (5) of the aforementioned law's executive regulations. License holders, shops, and companies are explicitly prohibited from making any fundamental changes to vehicles. Alterations to the vehicle's physical shape or year of manufacture fall under this category.

In addition, the resolution stipulates that prior permission must be obtained from the General Traffic Department of the Ministry of Interior before undertaking any substantial modifications to vehicles. In the realm of vehicle modifications, this regulation aims to maintain safety and compliance by ensuring all changes adhere to established guidelines.

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