Daytime running lights for your car

Daytime running lights (DRL) are used to make vehicles more visible in the daytime. With their help, cars become more noticeable to other road users, which reduces the risk of car accidents. In EU countries, all passenger cars produced after 2011 and large vehicles and buses manufactured after 2012 must be fitted with them.

Universal daytime running lights: 6 key facts

1. In the past, dipped beam headlights were used for daytime visibility. In 1972, Finland became the first North European country to mandate daytime lights. Sweden followed its example in 1977 and Norway in 1986.
2. These lights consume three times less electricity than low beam headlights.
3. They can have either a plastic or metal housing. Plastic ones are lightweight, resistant to corrosion, and are sold at an affordable price. Metal ones are more expensive but highly durable.
4. DRLs are available in the form of regular and strip lights. Regular lights are comprised of a housing, reflector, and lens. Sometimes they are equipped with a focusing lens. They can be installed as exterior lights into a bumper or radiator grille with the help of bracket mounts. It is often possible to adjust the tilt angle of the lamps. LED strips can be mounted both outside and inside the headlight. They are attached with double-sided adhesive tape, are available in various shapes, and can give the vehicle a distinct look.
5. When selecting DRL headlights, it’s important to consider their level of protection from dust and moisture, paying special attention to the IP ratings. The first digit refers to dust protection and the second one to moisture. For example, accessories with an IP22 rating are protected from dust particles larger than 12.5 mm and water drops tilted at an angle of 15°. These shouldn’t be installed on the car exterior. Lights with an IP65 rating are dustproof and waterproof even in heavy rain or while being washed.
6. To ensure bright light, it is recommended to choose products with a colour temperature of 5000K or higher.

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