Headlights to be reviewed after drivers complain of being 'blinded' at night
Summary
The UK government is planning to review car headlight designs after drivers reported being blinded by bright lights, especially at night. New rules and research on headlights will be part of the upcoming Road Safety Strategy by the Department for Transport. This issue has become more concerning as more vehicles use brighter, focused LED lamps.Key Facts
- The UK government will review car headlight designs due to complaints of driver blindness at night.
- The Department for Transport's research on headlight glare has been delayed but will inform the new Road Safety Strategy.
- The strategy may include stricter rules on drink-driving and eyesight tests for older drivers.
- Many drivers say LED headlamps, which are brighter than older halogen lamps, cause more glare.
- A recent survey found over a third of drivers are anxious about driving in the dark due to brighter lights.
- The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is working to stop illegal retrofitting of halogen bulbs with LEDs.
- The RAC noted that headlight regulations have not been updated since 1989.
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