Kentucky Studded Tires Laws (2026)

Permitted: No statute prohibits metal studded tires; legal year-round (KRS Ch.

PermittedVerified Jun 20, 2026

No statute prohibits metal studded tires; legal year-round (KRS Ch. 189 vehicle-equipment law has no studded-tire ban).

Official source: apps.legislature.ky.gov →

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