What lights to use when driving at night under poor lighting conditions without street lights?
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When driving at night under poor lighting conditions without street lights, use high beams. High beams can also be used on poorly lit national highways or freeways. When the high beams are on, a prominent blue light will illuminate on the dashboard as a reminder. Switch to low beams promptly when meeting oncoming vehicles. Methods for using vehicle lights at night: 1. If the speed is below 30 km/h, use low beams. Under normal conditions, the lights can illuminate beyond 30 meters. When approaching an intersection, slow down in advance and switch from high beams to low beams. If turning, activate the turn signal in advance. 2. When the distance to an oncoming vehicle is about 150 meters, switch from high beams to low beams in advance to avoid affecting the driver's vision during the encounter. 3. In case of sudden vehicle breakdown or when towing, turn on the hazard warning lights promptly.
I've been driving for twenty years, and when driving at night in areas without streetlights, I have to use the high beams. They can illuminate dozens of meters ahead, providing clearer visibility to spot hazards like potholes or animals on the roadside. But it's important to remember to switch back to low beams promptly if there's oncoming traffic or pedestrians ahead, to avoid blinding others with the strong light, which concerns everyone's safety. Last time on a country road, my high beams helped me avoid a darting hare. I recommend checking if the headlights are clean and in good condition before each trip. In hazy weather, you can also turn on the fog lights for additional assistance. Anyway, driving at night requires full attention and vigilance to any changes.
