Is it illegal to drive with your high beams on in the presence of oncoming traffic?

Driving with high beams on in the presence of oncoming traffic is illegal because it can severely impair the vision of other drivers. High beams are designed to provide increased visibility on dark roads when no other vehicles are present, but they can cause blinding glare for oncoming drivers. This presents a significant safety hazard, as it can lead to accidents or dangerous driving situations.

The law is in place to protect all road users by ensuring that everyone can see clearly while driving. High beams should be dimmed to low beams when you are within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle or when you are following another vehicle within 200 to 300 feet. This helps to maintain safe driving conditions for everyone on the road.