Are Position Lights the Same as Low Beam Headlights?
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Position lights are not the same as low beam headlights. Their function is to indicate the width of the vehicle to oncoming and following traffic. The types and functions of vehicle lights include: 1. Brake lights: to warn pedestrians or vehicles behind; 2. Turn signals: to alert vehicles and pedestrians in front, behind, and to the sides; 3. License plate lights: to illuminate the vehicle's license plate at night; 4. High beam headlights: to view distant road conditions; 5. Low beam headlights: to clearly see the road ahead; 6. Fog lights: have strong penetration in fog, making it easier for vehicles and pedestrians to notice early; 7. Daytime running lights: to attract the attention of other traffic participants; 8. Hazard warning lights: to remind following vehicles to yield.
I've been driving for almost ten years, and I often see newcomers confusing the position lights with the low beams. Simply put, they are completely different types of lights: position lights are those small lights at the front and rear of the car, emitting a faint glow like fireflies. They are turned on during cloudy days or dusk to signal 'I'm here,' but they practically provide zero illumination for the road. The low beams, on the other hand, are the real workhorses for lighting up the road at night. When turned on, they brighten up the road ahead for dozens of meters, ensuring driving safety. Especially on rainy days, never mistake position lights for low beams—their brightness is so low that you can't even see roadside puddles. I remember my friend once driving on a provincial highway at dusk and forgetting to switch to low beams, relying only on position lights. He almost crashed into a broken-down vehicle parked on the roadside.
