Should Fog Lights Be Turned On During a Sandstorm?

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DelValeria
07/30/25 4:08am
Fog lights should be turned on during a sandstorm. Here is some relevant information about fog lights: 1. Introduction: Installed at the front of the car, slightly lower than the headlights, fog lights are used to illuminate the road during rainy or foggy weather. Because visibility is low in foggy conditions, the driver's line of sight is limited. Fog lights can increase the visibility distance, especially the strong penetration of yellow fog lights, which can improve the visibility for both the driver and other traffic participants, allowing oncoming vehicles and pedestrians to spot each other from a greater distance. 2. Classification: Fog lights are divided into front fog lights and rear fog lights. Front fog lights are usually bright yellow, while rear fog lights are red. The symbol for the rear fog light is slightly different from that of the front fog light—the light lines of the front fog light symbol point downward, while those of the rear fog light are parallel, generally located on the dashboard inside the car. Due to their high brightness and strong penetration, fog lights do not produce diffuse reflection because of fog, so correct usage can effectively prevent accidents. In foggy weather, front and rear fog lights are usually used together.
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