Is it legal to replace halogen headlights with xenon headlights?
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Currently, there are no explicit laws in China that classify the modification of xenon headlights as illegal. However, if the luminous intensity of the modified xenon headlights exceeds the stipulated value, it is considered an illegal modification. Additionally, replacing halogen headlights with xenon headlights will not pass the annual vehicle inspection. The differences between halogen and xenon headlights are as follows: 1. Light intensity differs: Halogen headlights output 1200 lumens, while xenon headlights output 4500 lumens. 2. Durability varies: Halogen headlights have a lifespan of 500 hours, whereas xenon headlights can last over 30,000 hours. 3. Lighting effects differ: Halogen headlights provide uniform light distribution, while xenon headlights have more concentrated light with darker sides.