When are headlights required to be on?

Headlights are required to be on during any condition of poor visibility, which includes situations like fog, rain, snow, or even when driving toward the sun. This requirement is in place to ensure that your vehicle is visible to other drivers and to improve your own visibility of the road. By using headlights in poor weather conditions or low visibility situations, you enhance everyone's safety on the road.

In contrast, only using headlights during nighttime, when it is dark, or just in urban areas does not fully account for the various scenarios where visibility can be compromised throughout the day. Therefore, making the use of headlights a broader requirement helps prevent accidents and improves overall road safety.