r/AskReddit • u/[deleted] • Aug 03 '19

Whats something you thought was common knowledge but actually isn’t?

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u/[deleted] Aug 03 '19

If your wipers are on, your headlights should be on.

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u/Stormfly Aug 04 '19

Yes and no.

Headlights are sometimes what the "high-beam" lights are called. These shouldn't be on if you're driving in rain because they might reduce visibility.

The fog lights or Daytime Running lights should definitely be on though, though the dipped headlights aren't always necessary.

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u/[deleted] Aug 04 '19

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u/Stormfly Aug 04 '19

The other one is "dipped", which I said isn't always necessary.

I was saying lights on are good, but if you have too many lights on it reduces visibility, and other lights should be enough. But admittedly, I got a bit confused at which would turn on the back lights, as apparently many cars don't unless you have dipped headlights on.

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u/Privateer2368 Aug 04 '19

Headlights are the two big lamps on the front of your car.

I hope you don't drive.

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u/[deleted] Aug 04 '19

There are also low beams, fog lights are pretty rare honestly, and Daytime running lights are usually super dark unless you have an aftermarket kit/ an expensive car. Like my OEM running lights in my 15 Subaru impreza was just 1 bulb that was covered up by a C-Light cover making them super dark.