Many drivers are choosing to swap their halogen headlights for LEDs.
So what are LEDs? LED, or light-emitting diode lighting, is 90% more efficient than incandescent lights. Essentially, the electricity passes through a microchip, illuminating the LED, creating light. The heat produced is then absorbed into a heat sink. Rather than traditional light bulbs, which burn out, LEDs simply start to fade due to lumen depreciation.
While more vehicles come with LED lights as a standard option, owners of those that don’t are choosing to convert their current halogens, illuminating their vehicle in a modern, stylish manner.
LED headlights for cars can be easy to install and offer many other benefits too.
Safety
Because LED lights provide a brighter, higher quality, and a more directional stream of light, they are safer than traditional headlights. During snowstorms, fog, or other conditions with reduced visibility, LED lights can make a huge difference in your drive. They reduce glare you sometimes get with halogen or other types of lighting and provide a longer light stream. They light up much quicker than incandescent bulbs but still run cool.
Driving normal highway speeds, drivers have about 28 feet more to react than they would with halogens.
It’s also possible to install LED fog lights, adding an extra safety feature for driving at night and in foggy or rainy conditions.
They are resistant to vibrations and are available in moisture-proof casings, so they can withstand harsh conditions.
Some converts swear driving at night with LED headlights is as good as or better than using standard bright setting – you can see farther and better with much brighter lighting. But unlike with brights, they don’t blind oncoming drivers.
Efficiency
LED headlights are almost 90% more efficient than most halogen lights.
This increased efficiency means less stress on your alternator, which actually means less fuel consumed than with halogen lighting. Increased fuel efficiency means you’ll save significantly over the life of your vehicle.
They also last a lot longer than their halogen counterparts. In fact, LED lights on the market typically come with warranties that last much longer than traditional lighting. Many LED options promise ten years or more of service and often last the life of the vehicle.
Eco-Friendly
LEDs are known to have a smaller carbon footprint than halogens or other types of lighting and leave less toxic waste behind when disposed of.
Because they are made up of recyclable material, you don’t have to throw them in the landfill. They can be recycled in most recycling facilities.
They Look Great
The color and brightness appear modern and look high quality. LED lighting comes in a variety of styles to match and instantly upgrade your vehicle.
The lights are also much smaller in size than halogen lights, making them easy to shape and customize to the look of your vehicle.
One trend many car owners are choosing is to install an LED light bar in addition to their headlights, adding an extra custom look and feel.
Installation is Simple
You can purchase installation packages for an affordable price. And they are easy to install.
It’s always a good idea to double-check your vehicle’s warranty to ensure it allows aftermarket additions on your lighting.
