No. Squatted trucks—vehicles modified to ride lower than manufacturer specifications—are illegal in Wyoming under state vehicle modification statutes. The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) enforces height and suspension regulations to ensure road safety, and local jurisdictions like Cheyenne and Casper have additional enforcement protocols. Federal compliance under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) further restricts non-compliant modifications, creating a layered regulatory framework that prohibits squatted trucks statewide.
Key Regulations for Squatted Trucks in Wyoming
- Wyoming Statute § 31-5-901 prohibits any vehicle modification that alters the original suspension height, explicitly banning squatted configurations as they reduce ground clearance and impair handling.
- WYDOT Rule Chapter 4, Section 2 mandates that all vehicles must maintain a minimum ground clearance of 4 inches when measured from the lowest point of the frame or suspension component to the ground.
- Local Ordinances in Cheyenne (Chapter 10, Article 3) and Casper (Municipal Code § 17.12.040) empower law enforcement to issue citations for non-compliant vehicles, with fines up to $250 for first offenses and mandatory inspections for reinstatement.
Enforcement has intensified in 2026 due to a WYDOT initiative targeting modified vehicles following a 15% uptick in suspension-related accidents. Dealers and repair shops must certify compliance under Wyoming’s Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Program, or risk liability for facilitating illegal modifications. Out-of-state squatted trucks entering Wyoming face immediate scrutiny at weigh stations, where inspectors verify suspension compliance before granting passage.