Up until 1990, the standard headlight assembly contained only incandescent sources, mostly separate, to create all desired functions. Whether the functions were created by sealed beam lamps or bulb, ...

Modern LED technology promised safer roads. Instead, it's creating a blinding menace that regulators refuse to address.

Auto manufacturers continuously innovate their vehicles to have that extra edge over their competitors. Nowadays, we usually hear news about new drivetrains, safety technology, or state-of-the-art ...

Modern car buyers are no longer choosing between “dim” and “slightly less dim” headlights. They are deciding between two very different technologies that shape how far they can see, how tired their ...

Members can download this article in PDF format. Automobile LED headlight clusters combine high and low beams, daytime running lights, and sometimes signal and clearance lights into a single headlight ...

When Cesar Muntada joined Audi as a designer in 2007, the carmaker was on the verge of transforming the automotive industry. Audi’s next big production model, the 2008 R8, was getting its finishing ...

LED headlights, especially those with a proper matrix function, are undeniably great for nighttime driving. The crisp white light they emit covers a generous area, which enhances road safety. Besides ...

If your car came from the factory with halogen or HID bulbs, you’re going to need to replace them or upgrade them down the line. Both of these bulb types lose light output over time; thus, even if ...

No, LED headlights do not use more battery than traditional halogen or HID lights. In fact, they use significantly less. A standard halogen headlight typically draws 55 to 65 watts of power, while an ...