Do you still use low beams when running at high speed at night? The traffic police can't stand it, don't go on the road if you don't know how to drive
As night falls, traffic on the highway thins out, but driving at night is undoubtedly a huge challenge for drivers who are still on the road. Among them, how to use lights reasonably has become the key to ensuring driving safety. Recently, the traffic police found in the patrol that some drivers are still using low beams on the highway at night, which has aroused strong concern from the traffic police: don't go on the road if you don't know how to drive!
1. When driving on the highway at night, the use of lights is very important.
When driving at night or in bad weather conditions, the role of lights is not only to illuminate, but also to the driver's "third eye". According to the Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China, the headlights, rear lights, marker lights, rear position lights and fog lights should be turned on at the same time to ensure driving safety.
2. Low beam and high beam: differences and applicable scenarios.
Low beams and high beams are the two main protagonists in a vehicle's lighting system. The low beam irradiation range is about 30 meters, and the light is soft, which is suitable for urban roads or road sections illuminated by street lights at night; The high beam irradiation distance can reach more than 100 meters, and the light is strong, which is suitable for roads and highways without street lights or poor lighting. When driving on the highway, high beams provide a longer line of sight due to the higher speeds, helping the driver to spot obstacles or hazards ahead earlier.
3. Why do the traffic police call for the cautious use of low beams?
In practice, some drivers mistakenly believe that low beams are sufficient for highway driving, but this is not the case. There are the following pitfalls associated with driving on the highway using low beams:
Limited line of sight: Low beam beams have a limited range of exposure, which does not allow the driver to detect distant situations in advance, increasing the risk of driving.
Safety hazard: In the case of fast speed, the low beam cannot provide sufficient lighting distance, so that the driver does not respond in time in an emergency, and it is easy to cause traffic accidents.
Affect other vehicles: Using low beams on highways may interfere with the view of vehicles in other lanes, increasing the risk of traffic accidents.
4. How to use lights correctly to ensure driving safety at night?
To ensure the safety of driving at night, drivers should follow these recommendations:
Check the lighting system in advance: Be sure to check whether all the lights of the vehicle are working properly before departure, and repair them in time if there is a failure.
Adjust the lights according to the road conditions: When driving on the highway, the high beam should be used first; In case of bad weather, fog lights should be turned on at the same time to improve the line of sight distance and penetration.
Switch the lights reasonably: When encountering oncoming traffic or vehicles in front, you should switch the high beams to low beams or turn off the high beams in time to avoid disturbing the vision of others.
Improve safety awareness: Maintain a high degree of vigilance when driving at night, obey traffic rules, and pay attention to controlling the speed within a reasonable range.
5. Summary and Suggestions.
Driving on the highway at night requires a high level of skill and concentration on the part of the driver. Proper use of lights is one of the keys to driving safety. Drivers should fully understand the difference between low beam and high beam and applicable scenarios, and reasonably choose lights according to actual road conditions and weather conditions. At the same time, it is essential to raise safety awareness and follow traffic rules. Only by mastering the correct use of lights and safe driving skills can you drive more calmly and safely on the highway at night. For the reminders and warnings of the traffic police, drivers should take them seriously and put them into practice, and jointly contribute to creating a safe and harmonious traffic environment.