Is it illegal to drive with high beams on the highway?

[KeeganLynn]

Driving with high beams on the highway is not illegal. Relevant details are as follows: 1. Avoid using high beams in urban areas: Generally, it's best not to use high beams when driving in the city because urban areas usually have good lighting conditions. The high angle of high beams can easily dazzle oncoming drivers and pedestrians, affecting their vision and posing safety risks. It is also considered impolite driving behavior. 2. Other areas: On highways or in rural areas without streetlights, using high beams can help expand the field of vision. However, when encountering oncoming vehicles, it is advisable to switch to low beams for safety and courtesy. When driving at low speeds, the engine's power generation is insufficient, and the battery is in a state of negative charge. Using high beams in such conditions can affect the battery's lifespan. Additionally, using high beams during low-speed nighttime driving increases fuel consumption, which is obviously uneconomical given the high fuel prices.

[VanLilah]

I've been driving for over twenty years and often take night trips on highways, always using high beams to see farther. However, traffic rules state that this should only be done when there are no other vehicles around. If there's a car ahead or oncoming traffic, using high beams can dazzle other drivers, making it hard for them to see the road clearly and increasing the risk of accidents. Traffic police will issue a ticket if caught. I've seen many drivers get into trouble, like rear-end collisions or side scrapes, because they didn't switch beams in time. Just because highways are wide open doesn't mean you can act recklessly. In foggy or rainy conditions, you need to be even more careful with high beams—they can improve visibility, but you must switch flexibly based on the situation. I've made it a habit to switch back to low beams as soon as I see taillights, to avoid endangering others and myself. Safety always comes first.

[VanGenevieve]

As someone who prioritizes driving safety, I believe the use of high beams on highways depends on the situation: if the view is clear and no cars are approaching, using high beams is fine; but if you're too close to the car ahead or there's oncoming traffic, it's absolutely against the rules because it can cause intense glare, blurring other drivers' vision and increasing collision risks. I know a friend who was fined for misusing high beams and educated about the safety consequences. I recommend using high beams more often for visibility on nighttime highways but always being ready to switch, adhering to speed limits and lighting regulations. Extra caution is needed in bad weather, like heavy rain, where high beams might intensify reflections and become even more dangerous.

[MariaRose]

Hi, I'm quite knowledgeable about car principles. The use of high beams on highways isn't a one-size-fits-all situation. Regulations allow their use when there's no vehicle interference, such as on empty highways at night. However, it's against traffic rules to use high beams when a car is within 200 meters or when there's oncoming traffic, because the direct beam can cause temporary blindness and lead to accidents. The correct approach is to maintain distance and switch to low beams promptly, especially on curves or in foggy conditions where high beams can help you see further, but don't overuse them. I've personally tested this—proper use enhances safety, while misuse invites trouble.

[SavannahLee]

As a new driver, I asked my instructor about high beam usage on highways when I first started learning. He said using high beams on highways isn't a direct violation, but you'll be fined if it affects others. For example, if you tailgate with high beams on, the glare in the leading car's rearview mirror becomes blinding. If someone reports it, traffic police will intervene. After several night highway drives, I've learned to observe road conditions: switch to low beams when there are other vehicles, and use high beams for better visibility when the road is clear. Be extra cautious during rain or snow - high beams might intensify the skidding sensation. I recommend checking traffic apps regularly for rule reminders to prevent violation fines.