Govt Proposes Auto Low-Beam Two-Wheelers, Reduced Headlight Glare Norms
· Automobile · Times of India, Indian Express
The Indian government plans to mandate automatic low-beam mode for new two-wheelers, reducing high-intensity headlight intensity to 1 lakh candela. Buses must use genuine reflective tapes, while cars' headlight intensity will drop to 1.5 lakh candela. Proposals aim to curb night-time glare, a key road safety risk. The rules, part of draft amendments, set to take effect next April. Audio alerts will discourage manual use of high beams in cities. Existing two-wheelers remain unaffected.
Why it matters
Enhanced visibility for road users may reduce crashes caused by high-beam glare, particularly in urban areas. Drivers adapting to automated systems may face new compliance requirements.
Read the original report — Times of India
Join us on Telegram
Breaking news the moment it lands. At 10,000 members we ship the Android app.