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Which light should you switch on when daytime visibility?
During the day. Daytime visibility in normal weather conditions is usually good which means you are not required to use any additional lights. However, a lot of modern cars use daytime running lights to improve your visibility to other road users (see above for more details).
When daytime visibility is poor you should turn on?
Daytime headlight use is highly recommended (and sometimes required) during adverse weather conditions, such as fog, smoke, rain, snow, sleet, or when visibility is less than 500 feet. Turn on your lights whenever you see a “daylight headlight section” sign.
What lights should you use in daytime?
Headlights and fog lights should also be used in daytime hours when visibility is seriously reduced – although you must switch them off when visibility improves to avoid dazzling other road users. Dipped headlights should be turned on to ensure you can be seen in dull weather.
What lights can you use in reduced visibility?
“In NSW a driver is only permitted to use fog lights if driving in fog, mist or other atmospheric conditions that restrict visibility,” a NSW Transport spokesperson told news.com.au.
Why should you be using lights in daylight?
The purpose of daytime running lights is to increase the visibility of your car, so that other drivers can see you on the road. At night, your headlights and tail lights are illuminated, which means that it’s easy for other drivers to spot you.
Which lights should you use when you’re driving in a tunnel?
Explanation: Before entering a tunnel, you should switch on your dipped headlights, as this will allow you to see and be seen. In many tunnels, it’s a legal requirement. Don’t wear sunglasses while driving in a tunnel.
When should I turn on my car lights?
The law says you must turn your headlights on 30 minutes after sunset and leave them on until 30 minutes before sunrise. You must turn your lights on any time you can’t see at least 1000 feet ahead. Use your low beam headlights whenever it is raining.
What lights do you put on when it’s raining?
Use your low beam headlights whenever it is raining. Remember, it is always illegal to drive with only your parking lights on. Use low beams in fog, snow, or heavy rain. Light from high beams will reflect back and cause glare.
Are daytime running lights necessary?
Similarly, U.S. cars are not required to have daytime running lights or DRLs, those half-bright front lights that are on whenever the car is running. Only some U.S. states have laws requiring you turn on your headlights in conditions that call for your wipers; Brush up om your state’s headlight laws here.