Beyond the legal aspect, the way those lights are stuck on can also mar your car’s paint. Admittedly, the lack of common sense deserves a big chunk of the blame for some of the damage that has ...

Dozens of people are discovering what we warned about in December: taping hundreds of Christmas lights all over your car can ruin the paint. By Ronan Glon Updated Jan 6, 2025 12:38 PM EST ...

People who are seen out driving with their vehicle covered in Christmas lights turned on can be pulled over and face a fine of $145, according to the Washington State Courts Bail Schedule.

Whether the lights are multicolored or just plain white, driving around with them on your car is an offense in many states—and bad for your paint, too.