Are High Beams Allowed on Highways?
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Using high beams is permitted when driving on highways at night, but the following two conditions must be met: 1. There must be a barrier in the middle of the road, such as grass or a median strip, to prevent the high beams from affecting oncoming traffic. However, it's important to note that the barrier must be continuous and opaque. If the barrier consists of spaced objects like trees, you should switch to low beams in time. High beams typically have a maximum range of 120 meters, so you should switch to low beams when oncoming traffic is about 150 meters away. 2. Pay attention to the distance from the vehicle in front. On highways, speeds are generally around 100 km/h, and the required following distance should be at least 100 meters. Therefore, high beams can be used when the distance from the vehicle in front exceeds 150 meters. Once the distance decreases, you should switch to low beams in time.