Should High Beams Retain Halogen Headlights?
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Whether to retain halogen headlights for high beams depends on the vehicle owner. Below is an introduction to halogen bulbs: Introduction: Halogen bulbs (English: halogen-lamp), referred to as halogen bulbs or halogen lamps, are also known as tungsten halogen bulbs or quartz bulbs, and are a variant of incandescent lamps. Principle: The light-emitting principle of all incandescent lamps is based on the principle of thermal radiation and the glowing of heated objects. The simplest incandescent lamp works by passing sufficient current through the filament, heating it to incandescence, which then emits light. However, the lifespan of such incandescent lamps is extremely short.
Are halogen high beams worth keeping? I think it depends on personal needs. As an old-timer who's been driving for decades, I prefer halogen lights. They provide a warm yellow light with strong penetration, especially in rainy or foggy conditions, without the glare or scattering issues of modern LEDs. Halogen bulbs are cheap and easy to replace—you can do it yourself without relying too much on repair shops. Although they have a shorter lifespan and higher power consumption, keeping the original system in some older cars is more worry-free, avoiding circuit damage from compatibility issues. If you mainly drive in urban areas, halogen high beams are sufficient. Considering safety and low cost, retaining them is a wise choice—unless you frequently drive long distances at night, where upgrading to LEDs might be better. But then again, simplicity and durability last longer.
