HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 2015-10-28, Page 15October 28, 2015 - FALL CAR CARE - Page 5
Properly maintained headlights vastly improve driver safety
Many elements of vehicle maintenance become
second nature to drivers once they have a few
months of driving under their belts. Oil changes,
routine checkups and periodic vehicle inspections
can keep cars running smoothly and safely on the
road. But few drivers remember to maintain their
headlights, a potentially dangerous oversight that
can compromise the safety of drivers and their
fellow motorists.
Old or poorly maintained headlights can be
hazardous for a variety of reasons. When coupled
with inclement weather, outdated or dirty
• Don't just replace but upgrade your headlight
bulbs. Bulbs that have started to dim need to be
replaced, but auto enthusiasts or maintenance -
savvy drivers know they can upgrade their bulbs
when replacing them. Industry experts recommend
replacing headlamp bulbs every two years, and
replacing them in pairs to make sure the vehicle's
lighting is equally balanced. But rather than sticking
with the bulbs provided by the car maker, look
for a bulb that makes it easier to see at night and
during hazardous conditions. The Philips Upgrade
Headlights put more light on the
road, helping to make up for poor
weather, dimly
lit roads, aging
headlights,
and even
the loss of
night vision
many drivers
experience
as they age.
Capable of
providing up
to 100 percent
morelightthan
the standard
halogen bulbs
found on the
majority of
vehicles today,
Upgrade
Headlights
create a
better beam
pattern that is
dramatically
longer than
the standard
headlights can make it difficult for drivers to see
pedestrians and other vehicles. In addition, drivers
who struggle to see at night may find their visibility
further compromised by older headlights that
don't provide the light they need to navigate their
vehicles safely once the sun has
gone down.
• Recognize when bulbs start
to dim. As headlight bulbs age,
their light output is reduced by
the effects of humidity, electrical
resistance, filament fatigue, and
general usage. The result is dim
bulbs that make it difficult for
motorists young and old to see
when driving at twilight and
at night, when a driver's visual
acuity is naturally reduced by
70 percent. Drivers should pay
attention to how their headlights
are performing, replacing any
bulbs that are no longer providing
adequate light.
bulbs, vastly
improving driver vision and
safety.
• Buy the bulbs that match
your driving habits. Some drivers
spend a significant amount of
time behind the wheel while others use their cars
or trucks only to run errands or make short trips.
When replacing bulbs that have dimmed, be sure to
choose a bulb that fits your driving habits. Philips
makes a headlight bulb for every type of driver, be
it the daily commuter, the soccer mom or those
drivers who only rarely take to the highway. Philips
even makes a special headlamp for motorcycles
that creates a unique orange reflection that helps
distinguish the motorcycle from other vehicles on
the road.
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