Why Headlights Feel Brighter at Night
Why Night Driving Feels Harsher
If night driving feels tougher, “you’re not imagining it.”
Many drivers say oncoming lights feel “almost blinding,”
making familiar roads harder to navigate.
The cause is a mix of new lighting technology,
vehicle design, and human vision.
The Impact of LED Headlights
A major factor is the rise of LED headlights.
They are efficient and bright, but their “crisp, white tone” and
“concentrated beams” can feel harsher than older lights,
especially when eyes are already tired.
Vehicle Design and Alignment
Vehicle height matters too.
SUVs can seem to shine “directly into the eyes”
of drivers in lower cars due to angle, not power.
Even small changes can shift headlights,
but alignment checks are simple.
Your Eyes and Simple Fixe
Human eyes adapt differently to light.
Tips like keeping windshields clean and looking toward the road’s edge help.
New cars with “automatic headlight-leveling systems”
aim to make night driving calmer and safer.
