When should you use your headlights during the day?

Using your headlights in tunnels and during low visibility conditions is essential for safety. Headlights significantly enhance visibility for both the driver and other road users. In tunnels, the lighting may be insufficient, and using headlights helps ensure that your vehicle is clearly seen. Similarly, during times of low visibility – such as fog, rain, or snow – headlights improve not only your ability to see the road ahead but also help increasing the visibility of your vehicle to others sharing the road. This practice aligns with safety regulations in many regions, reflecting the importance of visibility in preventing accidents.

Choosing to use headlights only in outright bad weather, in busy city traffic, or not at all during the day is insufficient for safe driving practices. While they do enhance safety in those specific scenarios, there are broader situations – like tunnels and general low visibility – where using headlights is strongly recommended to ensure safety for everyone on the road.