What label do I use? Part 1: Altered-stage certification

September 1, 2025
Steve Spata
NTEA Senior Technical Assistance Director
This three-part series provides an overview of the most common vehicle certification scenarios and the required labels associated with each. The label an upfitter uses is based on the stage of manufacturing they are performing on a new vehicle. As a result, it’s important to understand the different manufacturing stages and the responsibilities, including labeling, that go with them.
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