Best_ctzn Clutched February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 Realised that many drivers turn on headlight automatically upon entering any carparks, even if they are not covered up and are brightly lit up! Is it a old habit carry forward from yester-years? Were you given that piece of advice when you started driving? Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shull Turbocharged February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 8:21 AM, Best_ctzn said: Realised that many drivers turn on headlight automatically upon entering any carparks, even if they are not covered up and are brightly lit up! Is it a old habit carry forward from yester-years? Were you given that piece of advice when you started driving? Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? no..just that some cars have automatic headlight..when it enters a dark area, it will auto on the headlight.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver_blade Turbocharged February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 I will switch on the headlight when I enter any MSCP or basement carpark. It's for better visibility...so that others can see me coming. There are just too many speeding cars in the carpark...or those only looking for lots and don't really keep a look out for cars. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyojin 1st Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 does that disturb you? i turn headlights on. in fact, i use my highbeam too, because there are just too many rally driver wannabes in town who take fast and really wide turns. Best to let them know you are around the corner... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rtth84 1st Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 I do not think that switching on headlights are a bad thing, else Audi wouldnt have came oup with daytime running lights, or it wouldn't be mandatory for all military and motorcycles to switch on headlights even on a bright sunny day. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeshe Turbocharged February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 its a good practice. some kuku drivers may just drive out of the lot without checking any incoming vehicles. with headlights on, it makes you more visible to others and less prone to CP accidents. one very good example is, in most MSCP there are always lots with big pillars or supporting beams obstructing the drivers. if they can see the headlight beams from oncoming cars, at least they know its not safe to drive off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyojin 1st Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 9:02 AM, Rtth84 said: I do not think that switching on headlights are a bad thing, else Audi wouldnt have came oup with daytime running lights, or it wouldn't be mandatory for all military and motorcycles to switch on headlights even on a bright sunny day. DRLs are mandatory in certain countries. it's not that they came up with it voluntarily. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imaginary 1st Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 8:21 AM, Best_ctzn said: Realised that many drivers turn on headlight automatically upon entering any carparks, even if they are not covered up and are brightly lit up! Is it a old habit carry forward from yester-years? Were you given that piece of advice when you started driving? Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? Same reason why you turn on headlights in the tunnels. Ever wondered what would the consequences be if there was a sudden power failure? Besides, it's useful because ppl notice your vehicle around and that can help avoid accidents. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddie 3rd Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 8:21 AM, Best_ctzn said: Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? It's definitely a good habit. Helps others to see you, especially those who are coming out of parking spaces. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icejelly76 Clutched February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 I always turn on headlight when in any multi-storey carpark both leaving or going in. This is so that other cars can see my car approaching or leaving a lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starian Clutched February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 8:21 AM, Best_ctzn said: Realised that many drivers turn on headlight automatically upon entering any carparks, even if they are not covered up and are brightly lit up! Is it a old habit carry forward from yester-years? Were you given that piece of advice when you started driving? Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? I will turn on headlight when I realised that I cannot see my front, or the car park is lighted up. Why? becos for 2 reasons, 1. I cannnot see my front, means low visiblity, thus others also cannot see me. 2. if the carpark is brightly lighted, means it dark already, thus need the light, so I have to let others see me too. What waste of energy could it be if shiit happens? you will waste more, so why penny wise and pound foolish? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
macrosszero Turbocharged February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 It is very helpful around blind corners to have your lights on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wemmicks Neutral Newbie February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 I'll switch on the headlight when I enter and leave MSCP to reduce the chances of people from dashing out from whichever corner ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
So_nice 6th Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 same here. i on the lights whenever i'm in mscps. certain parts are real dark and it is to help others see me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best_ctzn Clutched February 7, 2009 Author Share February 7, 2009 Frankly I am bothered by those headlights a bit. I go parkway every week and you know it has 7 storeys of parking space and one side of it is opened so there are plenty of sunlight. I hate it when I have to turn around the tight pilars and yet face those headlights head-on at the same time. If it is auto on then think cannot blame the owners but do not think most of them are. And the replies from some of the bro/sis here concur this point is dueto old habit. But I think you cannot compare indoor carparks with tunnels, unless it is fully enclosed by some bro mentioned for safety reasons. That I fully agree and thanks for bringing it up. But for those non-enclosed type of carparks, definitely no need to turn on headlight unless really dim, IMHO. But have to live with it, no choice lah since it is individual rights. Sorry just want to vent my frustration. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
So_nice 6th Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 this is driving. if u're not a new driver, u should have adapted to it moons ago. if u're a new driver, accept it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quantum 5th Gear February 7, 2009 Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 8:21 AM, Best_ctzn said: Realised that many drivers turn on headlight automatically upon entering any carparks, even if they are not covered up and are brightly lit up! Is it a old habit carry forward from yester-years? Were you given that piece of advice when you started driving? Just felt that it is not really necessary nowadays with most of the carparks as they are generally well illuminated. Really not logical and waste of energy. What do you think? usually --NO ! unless the MSCP is too dark Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Best_ctzn Clutched February 7, 2009 Author Share February 7, 2009 On 2/7/2009 at 10:35 AM, So_nice said: this is driving. if u're not a new driver, u should have adapted to it moons ago. if u're a new driver, accept it. Yah, my full-time driving experience only 3 years. That is why I questioning its usefullness. Think it not mentioned in driving textbooks or can somebody enlighten me? Thanks. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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