Is It Legal To Block Taillights And License Plate With Big 3 Bike Rack Carrier On Back Of Car?
Published 11/17/2025
Question:
Can the lights still be seen with three bikes loaded? I don’t want to get stopped for blocking my taillights.
asked by: Denise
Expert Reply:
Great question, Denise; to answer your question, bike racks tend to block the vehicle's license plate and/or taillights sometimes. That’s exactly why Thule added the LED tail lights and license-plate mount to the # TH34FR44SR version. The lights sit below the trays, shining through even with three bikes onboard, keeping you visible and legal. Just plug into your 4-way flat and you’re road-ready. If you don't have a 4 way flat or 2" hitch receiver, let me know what vehicle you have and I'll get you setup!
If your bikes have extra-wide panniers, a plate relocation kit is included in the box. What kind of bikes are you hauling - e-bikes, road, or mixed?
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Thule Epos Bike Rack w/ Tail Lights - 3 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel or Frame Mount
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Denise
11/17/2025
Thanks Andrew! I do have two e-bikes and one regular mountain bike, and the baskets on the back stick out a bit. Do the lights still shine through, or will I need to move the license plate lower?