Maine Studded Tires Laws (2026)

Conditional: Studded tires are legal in Maine only from October 2 through April 30.

ConditionalVerified Jun 20, 2026

Studded tires are legal in Maine only from October 2 through April 30. They're prohibited from May 1 through October 1, though the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) may extend the season or permit use. See 29-A M.R.S. 1919.

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