Which Lights to Use When Driving at Night?
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When driving at night, the use of lights should be determined based on the situation: 1. When the speed is below 30 kilometers per hour, low beam should be used, which can illuminate beyond 30 meters under normal conditions; 2. When passing through an intersection, slow down 50 to 100 meters away from the intersection, switch from high beam to low beam, and turn on the turn signal to indicate the direction of travel; 3. When the distance to an oncoming vehicle is 150 meters, switch from high beam to low beam to avoid obstructing the vision of the oncoming driver. If the other party does not switch to low beam, immediately slow down and use alternating high and low beams to signal them; 4. Drive with low beams on well-lit roads.
Yeah, I remember the first time I drove at night, I was so nervous that my palms were sweating. I turned on the dashboard light button to confirm it was the low beam. When driving on city roads, you must use low beams so you don’t blind oncoming drivers and ensure everyone’s safety. A friend of mine once drove with high beams on the highway and got pulled over by the police, who lectured him that it was illegal—high beams are only allowed on unlit rural roads, but you must always be ready to switch back to low beams. Night driving requires paying close attention to road signs, and in foggy conditions, you need to turn on the fog lights as well. Make it a habit to check your lights as soon as you start the car and maintain the bulbs regularly to avoid breakdowns. Safety comes first—don’t skimp on these small things.
