When are headlights required to be on?

Headlights are required to be on from sunset to sunrise and during inclement weather to ensure optimal visibility for both the driver and other road users. This regulation is designed to increase safety on the roads, as visibility can be significantly reduced in low-light conditions, such as at dusk or dawn, as well as during adverse weather conditions like rain, fog, or snow. When headlights are properly used in these circumstances, they help make the vehicle more visible to others and improve the driver's ability to see the road ahead clearly.

In contrast, restricting headlight use to just night driving fails to consider those critical times and conditions when visibility is compromised. Limiting their use to residential areas would not address many scenarios where visibility issues arise, such as in rural or highway settings during poor weather. Furthermore, the requirement to use headlights only when visibility is below a certain threshold does not adequately cover situations where low visibility might justify earlier use of headlights, such as during dawn or heavy rain. Consequently, the regulation focuses on time frames and specific conditions to enhance overall road safety for everyone.