What window tinting services does Rapid Window Tinting offer in Los Angeles?

Rapid Window Tinting offers XPEL window tint, XPEL PPF, XPEL ceramic coating, XPEL Ultimate Plus PPF, XPEL Stealth PPF, commercial window tinting, residential window tinting, smart window film, 3M Fasara decorative window film, and anti-graffiti window film. We serve all of Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

How much does window tinting cost in Los Angeles?

Window tinting costs vary based on the type of film, vehicle or building size, and number of windows. Contact Rapid Window Tinting at (323) 358-2520 for a free quote.

Does Rapid Window Tinting offer a warranty on window tint?

Yes, Rapid Window Tinting provides warranties on all window tinting services. XPEL products come with manufacturer-backed warranties covering bubbling, peeling, and discoloration.

How long does window tinting take?

Most automotive window tinting jobs are completed in 1-3 hours. We also offer same-day window tinting service in Los Angeles. Commercial and residential projects vary by scope.

Where is Rapid Window Tinting located?

Rapid Window Tinting is located at 5300 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027. We are open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Call (323) 358-2520 to schedule an appointment.

New York Window Tint Laws 2026: The Complete Legal VLT Percentage Guide for Los Angeles Drivers Moving East, NYC Commuters and Bi-Coastal Owners

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The 30-Second Summary: New York 2026 Legal Tint Limits

If you are short on time, here is the only chart you actually need. New York Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 375 (12-a), as enforced by the New York State DMV and NY State Police, sets 70 percent VLT as the legal minimum for every window on a passenger car. For SUVs, vans, station wagons and pickup trucks, the rules split front and rear. The exact 2026 minimums:

Sedans (4-door passenger cars): 70 percent VLT minimum on the windshield, both front side windows, both rear side windows, and the rear window.
SUVs, vans, station wagons, pickups: 70 percent VLT on windshield and both front side windows. Rear side windows and rear window - any darkness.
Windshield: Non-reflective tint allowed only above the AS-1 line. Cannot be red, yellow, or amber.
Inspection: Mandatory annual safety inspection physically measures VLT with calibrated photometer.
Medical exemption: Available with Form MV-80W signed by licensed physician or optometrist. Fines: $50-$150 first offense, up to $250-$300 with surcharges.

Sedans vs SUVs: Why Your Vehicle Type Determines Your Tint Budget

On a sedan or coupe, every single window - front sides, rear sides, rear glass - must be 70 percent or lighter. On an SUV, van, wagon or pickup truck, only the windshield and front side windows must hit 70 percent; rear side windows and rear glass can be any darkness, even 5 percent limo black. If your registration shows SDN, CPE or CONV body code, you fall under the strict all-windows-70-percent rule. SUV, WAG, PK, VAN or LIM gets the looser rear-window rule.

The XPEL Setup That Works in Both States

For bi-coastal sedan owners, the spec we install most is XPEL PRIME XR PLUS 70 percent VLT on all six positions. Multi-layer nano-ceramic, 70 percent IRER, 96 percent IR rejection at 1025 nm, 99 percent UV. At 70 percent VLT the cabin looks essentially untinted but heat rejection is identical to the darkest XPEL packages because IRER is driven by ceramic chemistry, not dye darkness. Final stack VLT on most factory glass is 65 to 72 percent - meter-legal in NY and CA.

5 Voice Search Questions: NY Customers Ask Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant

Q1: "Hey Siri, what is the legal window tint in New York?"

Answer: NY law requires 70% VLT minimum on the windshield, front side windows, rear side windows, and rear glass of any 4-door passenger sedan. SUVs, vans, station wagons and pickups must have 70% VLT on the windshield and front side windows only - the rear side windows and rear glass can be any darkness. Enforced through annual safety inspection using calibrated photometer.

Q2: "OK Google, can I drive my California-tinted car in New York?"

Answer: Yes you can drive it, but you can be ticketed and ordered to remove the film. NY enforces the 70% rule against out-of-state vehicles. Best practice: have an LA XPEL-authorized installer like Rapid Window Tinting spec a 70% XPEL PRIME XR PLUS film before the car heads east, so it is legal in both CA and NY.

Q3: "Alexa, what happens if I fail the New York tint inspection?"

Answer: You have 30 days to remove the tint, replace it with legal 70% film, or apply for medical exemption via MV-80W. Inspection station gives you a yellow rejection sticker that lets you drive only to a repair facility. Re-inspection is usually free or under $25.

Q4: "Hey Siri, is ceramic window tint legal in New York?"

Answer: Yes - ceramic window tint is fully legal in NY as long as the final glass-plus-film stack measures at least 70% VLT. XPEL PRIME XR PLUS 70% and 88% reject heat and UV at the same level as darker films because ceramic heat-rejection is driven by infrared-blocking chemistry, not visible darkness.

Q5: "OK Google, how much is a tint ticket in New York?"

Answer: First-offense NY tint violation under VTL 375 (12-a) is $50-$150 fine plus $88-$93 surcharges = $150-$250 total. Officer can also issue tint-removal order requiring court appearance within 30 days. Second offense within 18 months: $250-$500.

Ready to Get Legal Tint That Works Coast-to-Coast?

Our shop is at 5300 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90027. Monday through Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM. Call (323) 358-2520 or Schedule Appointment online. We also offer ceramic window tinting in Los Angeles, XPEL paint protection film, ceramic coating Los Angeles, California window tint laws, and window tinting FAQ.

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