Drivers confused by which lights to use and when have been given handy advice by motoring experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With the dark mornings and nights, the team at LeaseCar.uk have simplified guidance explaining the different lights and when they should be switched on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dipped headlights are the ones motorists use the majority of the time with them only going on to full beam on unlit stretches of road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sidelights, fog lights and hazard warning lights are all explained too as well as some of the rules around using them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tim Alcock from Leasecar.uk said: \u201cWhen you\u2019ve been driving for some time, knowing what lights to use and when becomes second nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFor new or reluctant drivers, it can be a real learning curve. As well as judging when you should actually put them on, it\u2019s also about using the right lights so you\u2019re not dazzling other road used and putting them in danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese practical tips will certainly answer those questions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here is LeaseCars guide to car lights and when to use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dipped headlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These are the most commonly used and according to the Highway Code, \u2018you must use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced\u2019. Seriously reduced is defined as when you are able to see less than 100m in front of you. They should be on when you\u2019re driving at night or in bad weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Full beam headlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Full beam headlights are the brightest lights and should only be used on unlit stretches of road at night. But, if there\u2019s traffic coming the other way, you\u2019re following another vehicle or driving on left turning bends, turn them down. They can be dazzling and may cause accidents. Never used these during daylight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sidelights \/ Parking lights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These aren\u2019t as bright as headlights. They\u2019re best used to make your vehicle visible when it\u2019s not quite dark enough to use the main lights. However, the Highway Code states all vehicles must display parking lights or sidelights when parked on a road or lay-by with a speed limit above 30mph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fog lights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As the name suggest, these should be used when its foggy and visibility is less than 100m. Do remember not to use them when visibility is better than that as they can dazzle other drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hazard warning lights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These warn other drivers that you\u2019re causing a temporary obstruction. They\u2019re on all corners of your car and are the light usually used as indicators. You can use your hazard lights if you\u2019re on a motorway and need to warn other drivers about an obstruction up ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tail-lights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These automatically switch on when your headlights are on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Brake lights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These show other drivers you\u2019ve applied your brakes and are slowing down. Keep them clean and check they\u2019re working. A faulty brake light could mean a verbal warning, fixed penalty notice and a vehicle defect rectification notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Drivers confused by which lights to use and when have been given handy advice by motoring experts. With the dark mornings and nights, the team at LeaseCar.uk have simplified guidance explaining the different lights and when they should be switched on. Dipped headlights are the ones motorists use the majority of the time with them…","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":656,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[19],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n