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Daytime running tail lights

I love the idea of daytime running headlights. It is far easier to see a car or motorcycle coming towards you with headlights on than off. 

Recently there was a short article encouraging the use of daytime headlights. What was not said, however, is when your daytime running lights are on your tail lights are not on. Your dash lights are on and your headlights are on, but your tail lights are not. Some people may not know this. 

There have been several times when I have come up behind a white, silver, or grey car on a snowy, rainy, or misty day. Surprise! 

It is easier to see a pair of tail lights through the mist, fog, and snow than it is to see the back end of a white car in a snow storm. Just one click will turn on your parking lights up front and your tail lights out back. It makes a huge difference and the extra warning you get may just keep you out of an accident. As always, stay alert and adjust your driving for road conditions and visibility. 

Now that fall is here, time to light up your rear!

Richard Foster



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