How to Use High and Low Beams?

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Cox
07/30/25 1:46am
The control for high and low beams is located on the left-hand stalk of the steering wheel. Pushing it to the middle position activates the low beams, while pushing it to the first or third position activates the high beams. The differences between high and low beams are as follows: 1. The main difference between high and low beams is the distance they illuminate: High beams and low beams both serve to light up the road ahead, but high beams illuminate farther than low beams. Typically, low beams cover a distance of about 30-40 meters with a range of approximately 160°, while high beams focus the light more intensely, providing a brighter and longer illumination. 2. High beams can be used in areas without streetlights: When driving on highways or in rural areas without streetlights, high beams can be used to expand the field of vision. 3. Switch to low beams when encountering oncoming traffic or when close to a vehicle ahead: While driving, you should immediately switch from high beams to low beams in the following situations: first, when there is oncoming traffic; second, when you are close to a vehicle traveling in the same direction; third, when the road is already sufficiently lit; and fourth, when entering busy streets.
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