What is the Difference Between Parking Lights and Position Lights?

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Parking lights and position lights differ in their functions: Parking lights serve as warning lights to alert the surrounding environment of the vehicle's presence, indicating its position; position lights refer to the front and rear position lights of the vehicle. Parking lights are used when the car is parked and consume less electricity than position lights, providing effective safety alerts and contour indication to prevent passing pedestrians, cyclists, or other traffic participants from colliding with the vehicle. Position lights are used to indicate the presence of the vehicle and its approximate width, aiding other vehicles in judging their position during encounters or overtaking. When encountering an emergency on the road and needing to stop temporarily or park for an extended period, turning on the parking lights serves as a stationary indicator.