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Risks Of Unauthorised Car Modifications Highlighted By Roofless Honda City In India
Car modification in India is tightly regulated. This is due to the potential risks of malfunctioning and improper functioning on the road. Additionally, modified cars tend to contribute more to air pollution, leading to a ban on such modifications in the country.
Those interested in modifying their cars must use authorised centres. However, a Honda City has been altered by removing its roof to resemble a convertible. This modified car is being driven on the road, and a video of it has surfaced on YouTube. The video shows the car with an Audi logo attached.
The car's roof has been removed, giving it the appearance of an expensive cabriolet. In the video, a red 2nd generation Honda City is seen without its roof. An Audi logo has been placed on the front, misleading others into thinking it is an Audi.
Removing a car's roof arbitrarily can distort its structure and weaken its pillars. This can cause the car to deviate based on wind direction during travel, potentially leading to accidents. If an accident occurs, the absence of a roof increases the risk of severe injuries for passengers.
Factory-made cabriolet cars are designed to avoid these issues. They have heavier and stronger lower parts and undergo extensive testing after manufacturing. In contrast, this modified Honda City lacks rear-view mirrors and seat belts, which were removed along with the pillars.
Passengers in the video are not wearing seat belts, violating traffic rules. Moreover, they performed an illegal U-turn on a highway without proper facilities for such manoeuvres, posing significant danger.
You might wonder why factory-made cabriolet cars are allowed if modifications are banned. These cars are built to handle structural changes safely. The modified Honda City lacks these safety features, making it hazardous. The absence of side mirrors and seat belts further violates traffic regulations.
It is not new for a car to be converted to a cabriolet look in India. Similarly, a Hyundai Sonata car had been modified this way. This particular Honda City car has been modified in various ways that are against the Motor Vehicles Act. Therefore, there is a demand for the traffic police to take action against this car.
This incident highlights the dangers of unauthorised car modifications. It underscores the importance of adhering to regulations designed to ensure road safety and reduce pollution.
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