Daytime running lights DO NOT replace headlights

I really wish people would stop being such idiots and only using their DRLs at night and when it’s raining or snowing. Your dashboard might be lit, and you think you can see in front of you just fine. But there’s this nifty invention -that all cars are equipped with - called tail lights, and they DON’T go on unless your headlights do. And nobody behind you can see you. So stop being so damn self-centred and lazy, and take the two seconds it takes to flick your headlight switch on. Better yet - set it to “Auto” and you’ll never have to worry about being one of those idiots again. Everybody on the road will thank you.

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I admit

Nov 21, 2017 at 9:12am

Rented a car sometime back and got a few honks on the 99. Was wondering wtf? So, yeah, I am an idiot and I suppose lucky I did not kill anyone. Thanks for the education.

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Nov 21, 2017 at 10:29am

And use your damn turn signals, every time!

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Wilbur

Nov 21, 2017 at 3:38pm

It's the daytime are you blind?

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@wilbur

Nov 22, 2017 at 6:45am

In case this fact escapes you, allow me to remind you that at this time of year especially, it's frequently dark and rainy for the whole day. Any time of day when conditions warrant it is when turning on your headlights (which activates your taillights too) is not only a good idea, but mandatory legally. Should you be involved in an accident you could face liability if you were not using your lights in bad conditions. Just like driving too fast for the conditions, even if you're going the posted speed limit.

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Nov 23, 2017 at 3:13am

Wilbur, if you had bothered to read the OP’s post, you would know. He/she clearly stated that this was a problem at night and when it’s raining.

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