Are the taillight and brake light of a car the same?
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The differences between the taillight and brake light of a car are as follows: 1. The brake light is brighter and more glaring, serving a strong warning function to inform the following vehicle that the front car is decelerating or stopping. Improper use of this light can easily cause rear-end collisions. 2. The taillight is much softer, with a brightness for general illumination. Below is some relevant information about brake lights: 1. Depending on the materials used to make the brake light, they can generally be divided into gas brake lights and LED brake lights. 2. Gas brake lights, which use materials like halogen gas, are technologically mature and inexpensive, but they produce radiation, contain mercury, and have glass casings that are prone to breaking, leading to environmental pollution. 3. LED brake lights, which use LED materials, are radiation-free, pollution-free, and have a long service life, theoretically reaching up to 60,000 hours.
On many vehicles, the tail lights and brake lights are indeed integrated into the same component. As someone who frequently works on cars, I've seen various designs across different models. They typically use a dual-filament bulb or LED array to achieve this functionality: when the normal running lights are on, they serve as dimmer tail lights to provide visibility from behind; when the brake pedal is pressed, the brightness sharply increases to become a brake light, warning following vehicles. This design saves space and reduces costs while complying with safety regulations, ensuring a clear brightness difference to avoid confusion. However, a few vehicles, such as some older pickup trucks, may have separate locations, mainly for durability or customization needs. During maintenance, it's important to keep the lens clean, as dirt can blur the distinction. Overall, this shared approach is safe and efficient, ensuring driving safety.
