What are the symbols for low beam and high beam headlights?
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The symbol for low beam headlights is a green tilted line shape, while the symbol for high beam headlights is blue-white with straight lines. Low beams have a lower angle and shorter range of illumination, whereas high beams have more concentrated light with a larger bright spot, allowing them to illuminate higher and farther areas. Alternating between high and low beams at night can alert vehicles ahead and pedestrians nearby. Both high and low beams are used for nighttime illumination. When driving in the city, avoid using high beams because urban areas typically have good lighting conditions. The high angle of high beams can easily dazzle oncoming drivers and pedestrians, impairing their vision and creating safety hazards. Moreover, it is considered uncivilized driving behavior. Use low beams when meeting oncoming vehicles, encountering pedestrians on the roadside at night, or navigating narrow roads, bridges, or curves. High beams should be used on roads without streetlights or during nights when the road is straight and visibility is poor. Besides illumination, car headlights also serve as a "language" for communication between drivers. Proper use of light signals can help prevent accidents and serve as a "reminder" or "warning."
I remember when I first started learning to drive, the light symbols really confused me. The low beam icon shows light beams slanting downward, like a light symbol hitting the ground, meaning it illuminates nearby roads without glaring. The high beam symbol has light beams shooting straight to the left, appearing to shine farther and brighter. Nowadays I mostly use low beams when driving in the city, because using high beams in crowded areas can dazzle oncoming drivers - dangerous and likely to get you yelled at. I only use high beams on dark rural roads, but switch back to low beams immediately when I see approaching vehicles. Once you get used to it, you can easily tell the light status by glancing at the dashboard icons. Beginners will understand after practicing a few times, avoiding the scolding I got from my instructor during my early days. Driving is no trivial matter - wrong lighting endangers everyone. Now I always check the light mode before driving to make sure it's properly set.
