No, Squatted trucks—vehicles modified to sit lower than legal height limits—violate Taiwan’s Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act (道路交通管理處罰條例) and Vehicle Safety Inspection Regulations (車輛安全檢查辦法). The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) enforces a minimum ground clearance of 140mm for passenger vehicles and 160mm for commercial trucks under Article 30, with violations punishable by fines up to NT$3,600 and mandatory re-inspection. Recent 2026 amendments tighten enforcement, requiring roadside inspections by local traffic police (交通警察大隊) and collaboration with the Motor Vehicle Supervision Office (車輛管理所) to detect non-compliant modifications.
Key Regulations for Squatted Trucks in Taiwan
- Ground Clearance Limits: Passenger vehicles must maintain ≥140mm clearance; commercial trucks ≥160mm under Article 30 of the Penalty Act.
- Inspection Enforcement: The MOTC’s 2026 directive mandates roadside checks by traffic police and re-inspection orders for non-compliant vehicles.
- Penalties: Fines range from NT$1,800 to NT$3,600 for violations, with additional administrative actions for repeat offenses.