Tinted windows can be a great way to keep the sun out of a car, but car owners looking to beat the South Carolina heat this summer should be mindful that the tint is not too dark. Since 1992 ...

SUBSCRIBER ONLY Tinted front windows are popular — and often illegal It is illegal to have dark tinting on the windshield and front windows. (Photo by iStock via Getty Images) ...

The state’s Department of Motor Vehicles says the windshield and front side windows of a car cannot block more than 30% of light. You can see the DMV’s rules for tinted windows here.

Summer Guide Yes, tinted car windows do reduce heat inside of the car Research shows extra tinting can reduce the interior temperature by up to a few degrees.

Tinted windows can be a great way to keep the sun out of a car, but car owners looking to beat the South Carolina heat this summer should be mindful that the tint is not too dark. Since 1992, South ...

Making some car windows darker with tint or film can reduce the internal temperature inside of a car that’s beneath the heat of the summer sun.

Making some car windows darker with tint or film can reduce the internal temperature inside of a car that’s beneath the heat of the summer sun.

Making some car windows darker with tint or film can reduce the internal temperature inside of a car that’s beneath the heat of the summer sun.

Summer Guide Yes, tinted car windows do reduce heat inside of the car Research shows extra tinting can reduce the interior temperature by up to a few degrees.

Summer Guide Yes, tinted car windows do reduce heat inside of the car Research shows extra tinting can reduce the interior temperature by up to a few degrees.