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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Hi folks this is my 1st forum post. I was driving the other nite and noticed how bright headlights are has anyone else noticed this or have I been driving with my eyes closed for too long? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Yes, obviously as technology moves on headlights are getting more focused and brighter. Many cars now use 'projector' type lenses that focus the light on the road in the exact place its needed. Coupled with Xenon lighting these are very bright.
But, some people are converting older cars that are designed for halogen bulbs to use Xenon (or HID) lights. This is illegal according to VOSA and the Vehicle Lighting Regulations. As they often have reflector style headlights that are designed for bulbs that have a filament when used with HID bulbs the light emitted gets thrown everywhere on the road ahead and so often in the path of oncoming drivers.
Steve
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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if you see a little fiesta pootering along the road with one full main beam on, its me, its the only light that still works on the car. Although i'm timing my journeys just right so that i get home before sunset  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"my m5 has hids super bright same with the sport there mega bright to  "
Aye, but least they are proper ones that came with the car not some aftermarket shite that blinds 747 pilots too!
S |
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HID lights use less power than halogens so more eco friendly but give out more light.
to retro fit these to a car and pass the MOT they must be self leveling - most old cars dont have this so we all get blinded.
i dont mind HID lights i just hate idiots who run with their fogs on every day of the week
fogs are for fog |
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