When should you use your high beams?

Using high beams is appropriate on dark roads with no oncoming traffic because high beams provide a greater range of visibility compared to low beams. This extended illumination allows drivers to see further down the road, making it easier to spot obstacles, pedestrians, or animals that may not be immediately visible in standard lighting.

It's important to ensure that there are no oncoming vehicles, as bright high beams can impair the vision of other drivers. This concern is what makes the choice of using high beams in dark, unlit areas particularly suitable compared to other driving conditions, such as fog, daytime driving, or in busy cities, where lower beams are generally recommended.