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North Carolina Studded Tires Laws (2026)

Permitted: Studded snow tires are permitted year-round in North Carolina.

PermittedVerified Jun 20, 2026

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Studded snow tires are permitted year-round in North Carolina. Studs may project no more than 1/16 inch beyond the tread. See N.C. Gen. Stat. 20-122.

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