Poor visibility: Safer with dipped headlights
RIGHT ON TIME Many motorists drive exclusively with daytime running lights when driving during the day. They are not aware that at this time of year they endanger themselves as well as others. Since 2014, it has been mandatory to drive with dipped headlights or daytime running lights during the day as well. In most cars, there is no control system designed for this purpose. The daytime running lights are [...]
Since 2014, it has also been mandatory to drive with dipped headlights or daytime running lights during the day. Most cars do not have a control system designed for this purpose. The daytime running lights are switched on and off automatically when the engine is switched on and off.
Daytime running light preventive function
TCS reminds that daytime running lights have a purely preventive function. These lights are mandatory only at the front and are weaker than dipped headlights. They do not serve to illuminate, but to be seen better in good visibility conditions, from vehicles ahead or oncoming.
Rear lights as a guide
However, in adverse weather conditions, limited visibility, fog banks and in tunnels - even if they are illuminated - it is essential to switch on the dipped headlights even during the day.
On the one hand, the daytime running lights are not sufficient to illuminate the road, and on the other hand, the reversing lights are not illuminated and therefore do not provide a clue for following road users.
Adapt your own driving style
In the event of very poor visibility, snowstorms or heavy rain, it is also advisable to switch on the high beam or fog lights (front and rear). They must not be misused and, if necessary, must be switched off so as not to dazzle others.
In addition, TCS reminds that in bad weather conditions it is important to adapt your own driving style. A greater distance should be kept from the vehicle in front and special attention should be paid to road users on two wheels and pedestrians.
