US regulators plan overhaul of headlight standards
US vehicle safety regulators are gearing up to revise federal headlight rules for the first time in 25 years, aiming to curb the blinding glare from modern LED headlights and support new lighting tech like adaptive beams. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will bring in outside experts to address issues like headlamp height, brightness, and aiming, while moving closer to Europe’s stricter standards. Changes could enable safer, smarter headlights and less glare for drivers.
- First headlight rule update in 25 years
- Aims to reduce glare from LED headlights
- Focus on newer tech like adaptive beams
- Committee of up to 18 experts to advise
- Closer alignment with Europe’s regulations
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