Should You Turn on Low Beam and Fog Lights When Driving in Snow?

[DiAmir]

When driving in snow, you should turn on the low beam lights, clearance lights, and rear position lights. Using fog lights in snowy conditions can cause glare due to reflection, as fog lights have strong penetration. In heavy fog, they can cut through the dense fog, allowing drivers to see the road ahead clearly, which is why they are typically used in foggy weather. Fog lights are installed at the front and rear of the vehicle. Since visibility is low in foggy conditions and the driver's line of sight is limited, these lights can increase visibility over a distance. Yellow fog lights, in particular, have strong light penetration, enhancing visibility for both the driver and other road users, enabling approaching vehicles and pedestrians to spot each other from a greater distance. Low beam lights are designed for short-range illumination, with a wide coverage area but limited range, and their focus cannot be adjusted. Clearance lights serve as warning lights to alert other vehicles, located at the outermost edges of the front and rear of the car.