What lights should be turned on before starting at night?

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McLeila
07/30/25 9:44am
Before starting at night, the low beam should be turned on to help the driver observe the surrounding traffic conditions and ensure driving safety. Starting at night: Night driving has larger blind spots. After getting in the car, first confirm the low beam and width indicator lights. Then fasten the seat belt, observe the traffic conditions around the vehicle, and confirm driving safety. Driving on the road at night: After starting at night, based on road conditions and visibility, confirm there are no oncoming vehicles or vehicles with high beams on before switching to high beams. When approaching an intersection, slow down 50-100 meters away, switch from high beam to low beam, and turn on the turn signal to indicate the direction of travel. Use of hazard warning lights: First, in low visibility conditions such as fog, rain, snow, dust, or hail with visibility less than 100 meters, turning on hazard lights can alert surrounding vehicles to your position and reduce collisions. Second, if the vehicle breaks down or is involved in a traffic accident and requires rescue, set up a warning sign 150 meters away from the vehicle and immediately turn on the hazard lights to inform surrounding vehicles.
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