Use of Vehicle Lights.

There are different types of lights in a vehicle, which are intended to be used in different situations. 

As a driver, it is very important for you to know the functionof these lights and to use them in appropriate situations. 

The following are the guidelines for using various types of lights which include Full Beam Light, Dip Light, Hazard Blinkers, Fog Light, Turning Indicators, and Parking Light.

 Full/High Beam Lights

Inappropriate use of full beam lights often causes blinding (temporary blindness

due to bright light), annoyance, and distraction to other road users. Therefore, it is essential for the drivers to know how to use full beam light without causing inconvenience to other road users.

 

a) Use full beam lights when there's insufficient street lighting and it is difficult to see the way.

b) Do not use full beam lights in a built-up area (say, residential area, commercial

area) where there is good street lighting.

c) do not use full beam lights when stopped in traffic 

d) Do not use full beam lights when on-coming traffic or Bicycles, pedestrians are approaching on undivided road 

are approaching on an undivided

e) Do not use full beam lights when your vehicle is stopped or parked.

 Low Beam/Dip Lights

The following are the guidelines for using low beam lights 

a) Use dip lights when driving in a built-up area where there is good street lighting.

b) Use dip lights when following closely behind another vehicle or when you

see their rear red lights.

The following are the guidelines for using hazard blinkers

Use hazard blinkers when there is a hazard on the road ahead, so as to inform other drivers regarding the hazard.

b) Use hazard blinkers when your vehicle is stationary and causing a temporary obstruction.

c) Use hazard blinkers when there is a breakdown in a dangerous place 

d) Use hazard blinkers during inclement weather condition when visibility is

low.

e) Use hazard blinkers when anything goes wrong while you are in motion(say, the brake is not working).

f) Do not use hazard blinkers to stop anywhere you wish.

g) Do not rely on hazard blinkers to keep you safe.

Fog Lights

The following are the guidelines for using fog lights.

a) Use the fog lights if you are driving in fog.

b) Do not use fog lights when visibility is good.

Turning Indicator

Turning indicator should be used only to indicate turning left or right 

Do not use turning indicator or hazard blinker to indicate the straight movement.