Why Are the Parking Lights Always On?

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GarrettRose
07/30/25 9:48am
If the headlight switch is set to the parking light position, the parking lights will definitely remain on. At night, as long as the headlights are turned on, the parking lights will illuminate to alert vehicles and pedestrians in front and behind. Parking lights are one of the commonly used lights on a car, primarily installed to indicate the width of the vehicle. Typically, these lights are used during evening driving to make the car visible to other vehicles and prevent accidental collisions. Here are some tips for driving at night: 1. Yield to pedestrians: In most cases, nighttime driving involves insufficient lighting and reduced visibility. When passing through intersections, residential areas, and similar zones, it is necessary to slow down and yield to pedestrians. 2. Maintain a safe distance: When following another vehicle at night, keep a distance of at least 50 meters to enhance safe driving. 3. Switch between high and low beams: In areas with poor visibility, turn on the high beams. If there is an oncoming vehicle in the opposite lane, switch to low beams, reduce speed, and ensure a safe passing.
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