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Vehicle Window Tinting Regulations in South Africa

  • Writer: Brendan Verwey
    Brendan Verwey
  • Feb 24, 2022
  • 2 min read

Understanding Vehicle Window Tinting Regulations in South Africa

In the early 1990s, South Africa announced specific window tinting regulations to ensure that safety remained a top priority when it came to such tints on all cars. The product was safety tested by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) to ensure that safety remained a priority and industry standards were adhered to. It was decided that all vehicles could utilise a 35% tint. However, this, of course, did not apply to windscreens which needed to retain full visibility at all times. Regulations also stipulated that all window films and tints are void of bubbles, and this is why it is imperative to get window film fitted with a qualified fitment expert like the team at Electronic Fitment Centre.


Thus, when it comes to window film, it is best to opt for a 0% tint or a 35% tint. Both varieties offer fantastic safety benefits and will keep the glass in place in the event of an accident or smash and grab. This ensures that your belongings stay safe and that you can get to the point of safety without a huge gaping hole in your car. This can also save you a great deal of money and prevent glass shards from ruining your vehicle’s interior.

The Benefits of  Window Tinting 


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Here are a few benefits of our SunTek window film (and tint if you so wish):

  1. Protects passengers from harmful UV rays

  2. Keeps glass intact in light of a smash-and-grab attack and thus protects valuable belongings

  3. Offers vehicle-owners an added layer of privacy and stops prying eyes from looking into your car

  4. Stops vehicle upholstery from fading and thus retains resale value

Here at Electronic Fitment Centre, we are proud installers of SunTek film. This US-made film enjoys a superior status in the window film industry and is known for its durability and security-focused features. As qualified technicians, we are always here to answer any questions if you are interested in adding window film to your vehicle.

Chat with the Fitment Experts Today!

If you want to enhance your vehicle and enjoy the security benefits of SunTek film, chat with us today. We also offer a range of superior electronic fitment options, including car radio systems, central locking, park distance control, vehicle sanitisation, bull bars, nudge bars, tow bars, and more! Get your vehicle fitted at our premises in Hatfield, or we will happily come to you throughout Gauteng.

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