Use of lights at night or in hazardous weather.
Headlights, rear lights, and number plate lights are required between sunset and sunrise or when visibility is reduced.
Use of high beam when an oncoming vehicle is within 200 meters.
Dipping headlights prevents dazzling the oncoming driver, ensuring safety.
Use of high beam when following another vehicle within 200 meters.
Dipping headlights prevents affecting the vision of the driver ahead.
Use of front fog lights.
Front fog lights are designed for use specifically when visibility is poor due to fog, rain, or snow.
Use of fog lights in clear weather.
Using fog lights when conditions are not hazardous or visibility is not reduced is illegal.
Use of high beam in a built-up area.
High beams can be used, but must be dipped within 200m of other vehicles for safety.
Rear fog lights compared to standard tail lights.
Rear fog lights are much brighter to enhance rear visibility in poor conditions.
Action if your car lacks rear fog lights during low visibility.
Hazard lights can serve as an alternative warning in severe low visibility when rear fog lights are absent.
When to switch off fog or hazard lights.
These lights should be deactivated as soon as enhanced visibility is no longer necessary.
Effectiveness of using high beam in fog.
High beams reflect off fog, leading to glare that reduces the drivers visibility.
General use of your vehicles horn allowed?
The horn is a warning device meant for safety, not for general communication or intimidation.
Can you use your horn to warn other road users about your vehicles position?
This is a valid use of the horn to ensure other drivers are aware of where your vehicle is.
Can you use your horn to warn others that you are approaching?
Using the horn to signal your approach can prevent potential hazards, especially in areas with limited visibility.
Can you use your horn to warn animals to get off the road?
This helps to prevent collisions with animals that may be on the roadway.
When is it prohibited to use your horn?
The horn is a warning device, not for aggressive or harassing behavior towards others like bicycle riders, pedestrians, or horse riders.
Are there any exceptions for horn use related to vehicle devices?
In these specific cases, the horns activation serves a necessary safety or security function.