Is it acceptable to use high beams on highways?
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High beams can be used on highways, but they should be switched to low beams when the distance to the vehicle ahead is within 100 meters. Highway streetlights are not densely spaced, resulting in poor visibility. The illumination range of low beams is about 30 meters, which can easily lead to accidents. In contrast, high beams have a longer illumination range of approximately 100 meters, providing sufficient distance to handle sudden situations. However, in extreme weather conditions, such as heavy fog, the use of high beams can cause light scattering, making it impossible to see anything in front of the car. In such cases, it is advisable to proceed slowly with low beams. High beams focus light in a parallel and concentrated manner, offering greater brightness and the ability to illuminate distant and high objects.