When to Turn on the Position Lights While Driving?

[DeclanLee]

Position lights should be turned on in the following situations while driving: during nighttime driving, driving at dusk, when visibility is poor during rain, and when visibility is low in foggy conditions. Position lights, also known as width markers, are lamps installed at the front and rear high points of the vehicle. They are primarily used during driving periods such as dusk or overcast days to indicate the vehicle's width and height, helping other vehicles judge their relative positions and size during encounters or overtaking. Typically, the color of position lights is white at the front and red at the rear. The types and functions of vehicle lights include: 1. Brake lights: to alert people or vehicles behind; 2. Turn signals: to notify surrounding vehicles and pedestrians; 3. License plate lights: to illuminate the vehicle's license plate at night; 4. High beams: to check the road conditions ahead at a distance.