halogen bulbs and can overwhelm tired eyes, especially on dark roads.
It’s not just brightness that matters. Color temperature and beam focus play a critical role. Cooler, blue-toned light scatters more in rain or fog, increasing glare and reducing contrast.
Vehicle height also adds to the issue. SUVs and trucks sit higher, so their headlights often hit oncoming drivers directly at eye level, particularly if the beams are poorly aligned.
Headlight misalignment is surprisingly common. A slightly tilted beam, worn suspension, or a heavily loaded trunk can all cause lights
