Law & Standards
Light Transmittance (70 Percent Rule)
In Germany, the windshield and front side windows must have at least 70% light transmission. Rear side windows and the rear window can be tinted freely – even completely opaque.
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KS Autoglas Zentrum Elmshorn — Auto glass expert since 2009 · ISO 9001 certified (TÜV SÜD)
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ISO 9001 certification
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StVZO § 40
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