Movement with light in the daytime. Why daytime running lights are needed

UPD: This information is just a rumor, this moment dipped headlights obligatory for all drivers, both in populated and non-populated areas of Russia.

For driving in daytime Without lighting fixtures turned on, a fine of 500 rubles is provided. However, things may change soon! There were rumors that they want to allow not to turn on the headlights during the day from April 1, 2018 to September 30, but the law has not yet been adopted (as of early April).

The use of dipped beam, regardless of the time of day, became mandatory from November 20, 2010. The explanation is simple - a car with the headlights on becomes many times more noticeable on the road, which in turn reduces the accident rate. Despite this, there was news that in the daytime when driving in the village it will be possible not to turn on the lighting devices, but only until September 30. This is due to the increase in daylight hours, inspectors say.

A car with the lights on is more visible on the road, thereby reducing the number of accidents due to banal inattention to almost zero!

Requirements for the use of lighting devices are listed in paragraph 19 of the traffic rules of the Russian Federation. Yes, in dark time days and under conditions insufficient visibility turning on the headlights is a must! The dipped beam must also be turned on when driving in a tunnel. Rules traffic do not prohibit the use of fog lamps instead of low beam or together with it, but only in conditions of poor visibility.

Should not be abused high beam especially when there are vehicles oncoming lane, because it can provoke an emergency!

Sanctions for ignoring the rules for using lighting devices are provided for in Article 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. The violator will face a fine of 500 rubles, but there is a chance to get off with a verbal warning.

If during an accident it is established that an innocent person violated the rules for using light devices, then both drivers will be named the culprits of the incident!

What do car owners think?

The news that from April 1, 2018 it is not necessary to turn on the dipped headlights during the day, drivers perceived it differently.

Many people think that sunlight is enough to notice a moving car. There are those who are sure that the included headlights attract the attention of both drivers and pedestrians, so such amendments are not needed. Some argue that such an innovation is useless by the fact that in many civilized countries the lights are always on while driving, moreover, almost all cars in standard equipment have the option of turning on the headlights at the same time as starting the engine.

TOP violations related to the use of lighting devices

Prior to the entry into force of the amendments, the most common violation in the use of lighting devices was turning off the headlights during the daytime. In addition, drivers

• abuse the high beam;
• misused use "fog";
• include only parking lights during the dark hours of the day.

We repeat, the law on the abolition of the inclusion of dipped-beam headlights in the daytime has not yet been adopted, despite talk about it.

It should be noted right away that the dipped beam not included is one of the most common reasons for stops by road inspectors of vehicles.

So, the rules of the road (SDA) restrict the use of a particular car with any lighting fixtures present and not burning for various reasons. It does not matter at all, these devices are completely absent, broken or simply turned off. Parking lights in the off state can also be the basis for a fine.

What are the penalties for driving with no lights?

To be able to answer this question extensively, you should first read Article No. 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses. It says that the amount of the fine issued for headlights without the lights on is currently 500 rubles. Sometimes a negligent driver can get lucky, he will meet an inspector on his way in a good mood, and then he will even be able to explain the reason for his violation (for example, the light broke on the road). In this case, a violation will cost him a verbal warning, but you should not rely on this luck.

The article also contains a paragraph in which it is noted that if the headlights turned off caused the accident, then the amount of the fine will significantly exceed the mark of 500 rubles. It is impossible to name the exact amount in this situation, since the degree of damage caused and the consequences of an accident vary.

Therefore, the traffic police officer has every right to establish the amount of the fine directly at the scene of the accident, having made a preliminary assessment of its scale.

What is relevant today

It is known that today the latest version of the traffic rules, affecting the topic of fines for not turning on the headlights, was carried out in November 2010. From now on, paragraph No. 19 states that the light must be turned on not only at night, but also during the day (under any visibility conditions).

The reason for the amendment was the fact that a car with running lights on becomes more visible to drivers and pedestrians encountered on the road. Accordingly, the risk of an accident is significantly reduced. These are not just words, because, according to the statistics after the amendment, the number emergencies on the road in the daytime has significantly decreased.

What does the traffic law say

Paragraph 19 states the following:

1. Absolutely all mechanical vehicles (this also includes bicycles, horse-drawn carts) V without fail should be equipped with appropriate lighting fixtures.
2. For wagons, the above paragraph is not mandatory, but acts as a simple recommendation.
3. Towing vehicles, trailers must be equipped with position lights.
4. Lighting fixtures must be on at all times daylight hours day, on illuminated roads of settlements, in order to avoid the effect of blinding, it is the dipped beam that must be turned on).
5. At night, as well as after sunset and in conditions of poor visibility, the driver can independently turn on the high beam.

It is unfortunate that most drivers to this day neglect the fulfillment of such a simple requirement as turning on the dipped beam. The basis for the violation established by the traffic rules may be:

• technical breakdown;
• carelessness and the like.

However, the punishment for this misconduct in any case is determined by Article No. 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, namely, a fine.

Under what circumstances can you get a fine?

Experts advise drivers to always drive with running lights on to protect themselves from fines for misapplication lighting. Of course, during the parking period, they should be turned off and the parking lights should be lit instead. However, with regard to a moving car, it must always have low beams in any weather and degree of illumination.

The most common reasons for charging fines include:

1. Lack of low beam in the daytime. This fact is the most common reason for fines. If the traffic police inspector noticed the low beam headlights turned off, the driver of the car will be punished accordingly. Therefore, it is extremely important to turn on the dipped beam at the same time when starting to move.
2. Running lights are on at night. It is known that these lights should function exclusively during the day, and in the dark you should switch to low beam.
3. The main beam is on in the territory of settlements. Upon entering locality or hitting a lighted section of the road, the driver is obliged to move from high beam to the nearest Otherwise, there will be no penalty.
4. Fog lamp used for other purposes. So, back light counts lighting fixture, and its use is permitted only under conditions of poor visibility. If the road is well lit, and there are no natural obstructions to visibility, then the taillight on is legally considered a violation.

Partial inclusion of dipped headlights: what is supposed

Most drivers are familiar with the situation when one dipped beam headlight breaks or one of running lights, while the second one works and is on. Despite the quite appropriate explanations, the fine in this case will have to be paid. Its size will be 500 rubles, but the reason here will not be a violation of the rules for operating lighting devices, but a violation of the requirements prescribed in the list of malfunctions. This fault is described in Article No. 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses. There is no fundamental difference here, however, there is a chance to avoid a fine, and receive only a verbal warning.

Paragraph No. 2.3.1 of the SDA states that not only completely turned off the light, but also partially can be regarded as an offense. This is true in conditions of poor visibility or at night.

According to latest changes in law, all vehicles are required to drive during the day with running lights on. If daytime running lights are not installed in the car, the driver must turn on the dipped beam or fog lights.

The adoption of such a law caused a lot of bewilderment among motorists. In this regard, the issue of including DRLs began to be actively discussed.

A car with daytime running lights on gets a lot more attention than one that doesn't. It is for this reason that we decided to make changes to the traffic rules.

Daytime running lights have certain advantages over conventional headlights. Headlights require electrical energy to operate, which is produced by a generator. During the movement of the auto generator due to high speed movement charges the battery. In this situation, the headlights will not require large amounts of energy. But if the car has to move in conditions of constant traffic jams and traffic lights, then the battery will gradually discharge. And the generator will not have time to recharge the battery. As a result of this, the load of all enabled devices will be noticeable.

It will be difficult for an old car to cope with the increased load, as a result of which its battery may simply fail.

Daytime running lights use less energy than headlight bulbs. In this regard, at many car factories, it was DRLs that began to be built into cars. If we talk about side lights, they are not very bright, and therefore are almost invisible. Accordingly, they have no effect. They cannot be used instead of DRL.

Advantages of using DRL

The advantages of using DRL can be seen in two examples:

1. Most used cars have quite high power and torque. All this allows them to quickly accelerate to high speed and perform various maneuvers. If at the time of making dangerous maneuver one car, the other driver does not notice the vehicle going towards, an accident may occur.
2. It seems that during the day in the light of the sun the car is perfectly visible. But the glare from the windows and mirrors of cars going towards them dulls the visibility. IN this case DRL can save you from accidents.

Rules for installing DRL

How daytime running lights should be installed traffic rules give a clear statement:

1. DRLs must be installed in front of the car.
2. The distance from them to the ground should not be less than 25 centimeters and more than 1.5 meters.
3. DRLs should be located at a distance of at least 60 cm from each other.
4. From the body edge to the DRL should not be more than 400 mm.

If there is no DRL, the driver has the right to install them. On sale today huge selection. There are lights from LED lamps, with conventional incandescent lamps. LED lights are the most popular because they are very economical in terms of energy consumption.

What do they write in the traffic rules about running lights?

According to the rules of the road from 2016, all drivers must turn on DRLs while driving or fog lights, dipped beams. Such requirements ensure the safety of all other road users.

If the driver does not comply this rule, he may be fined 500 rubles.

According to the SDA, DRLs must be used in the following cases:

1. If minor passengers are being transported;
2. If the transport is difficult to see in the distance;
3. If transportation is oversized items or harmful substances
4. DRLs should be used on public transport and fixed-route taxis.

How to choose a DRL?

The requirements that must be taken into account when installing DRLs have already been described above.

If the running lights on your car are made incorrectly, the traffic police inspector will have the right to stop you and write you a fine. In some situations, the vehicle can even be sent to a car impound.

If you want your running lights to comply with the rules of the road and GOST, you should pay attention to Special attention their choice. After all, a lot will depend on what kind of road running light you decide to install on your car. The highest quality products are produced by companies such as Hella and Philips Osram. It is worth choosing them not only because they meet all standards, but also because they can make your journey on the roads the safest. With the products of the above brands, there are usually no problems when the car is being diagnosed at the service station. Devices made in a handicraft way cannot meet all the requirements.

A few weeks ago, another rumor circulated on the Russian Internet. Allegedly, Russia has amended the rules of the road, which make it optional to use dipped headlights or daytime running lights during daylight hours. Moreover, it is said about seasonality - from April 1 to September 30 of each year. Is it really true that from April 1, 2018, drivers are not required to turn on the dipped headlights during the daytime, is this another Internet fake?

Are the rumors true that drivers do not need to turn on their low beam headlights or DRL during the day from April 1, 2018?

So, what do rumors on the Internet tell us about changes in traffic rules. According to numerous articles, summer season- from April to September, in Russia it is allowed not to use daytime running lights or dipped headlights during daylight hours.

As the authors of such articles justify this, during the specified period of the year, the daylight hours are quite long, the longest in the year. During the day, the car is already perfectly visible, so there is no point in additionally highlighting it, including the headlights. It does not seem to affect safety.

An obvious question immediately arises - what, from October to March in Russia there is no daylight hours, and a car during the day winter period is it worse than in summer?

Obviously, this is not the case, and we are dealing with another fiction or an April Fool's joke. Indeed, if we turn to the current text of the rules of the road (namely, to paragraph 19.5 of the SDA), we will see that the paragraph of the rules regarding the use of daytime running lights or dipped headlights as their replacement has not changed since May 10, 2010.

The rules clearly require drivers to turn on headlights or DRLs during the daytime, there are no exceptions depending on the season in the law.

Some online publications that have also dealt with the problem of this rumor have discovered its possible source. Something similar was introduced a couple of years ago in the unrecognized state of Transnistria. Indeed, in the summer season there is no need to use headlights when driving during the day, although such a rule looks at least strange even for this country unrecognized by the world community. The Transnistrian rules, of course, have nothing to do with Russia.

What is the penalty for non-compliance with the rules for the use of lighting devices

All violations that relate to the use of lighting devices by drivers in Russia are punishable by one article - 12.20 administrative code. The article establishes for violation of any of the paragraphs of the 19th section of the traffic rules, which deals with the use of lighting devices, the same fine - 500 rubles.

Thus, it should be borne in mind that if you succumb to rumors and do not turn on the dipped headlights during the day in the summer season, then explain to the traffic police inspector that you read on the Internet about the new rule that you do not need to use headlights during daylight hours, will be useless.

Almost certainly, the state managed to replenish its budget during these weeks thanks to this rumor by a certain tidy sum. You should not become another driver who took advantage of unverified information and suffered because of this.

I am glad to welcome everyone to our site! Today, under the heading "" let's talk about this: is not traffic violation the use of fog lights (PTF) instead of daytime running lights (DRL) as well as low beam headlights.

You all know that according to paragraph 19.5 of the traffic rules Russian Federation"During daylight hours on all moving vehicles for the purpose of their designation, dipped beam headlights or daytime running lights should be turned on. "In this regard, many motorists have counter questions, namely: is it possible to use dimensions or PTF instead of DRL and whether this will not be a violation of the rules, which may lead to for a protocol and a corresponding fine.

Some motorists were not just confused, they were outraged and puzzled by the question of why turn on running lights during daylight hours, and even more so dipped beam? The fact is that studies have shown that, moving along the highway on high speeds drivers respond better to vehicles with DRLs or low beam headlights on. This allows you to notice the approaching transport in time and perform the maneuver in time. In general, in a word, turning on the light during the day is aimed at reducing accidents that occur during the daytime.

This seems to have been sorted out, but what about the differences between DRLs or parking lights?

The problem is that the design modern headlights sometimes it seriously confuses car owners, who themselves do not fully understand that they have turned on the running lights or dimensions. Why is this so critical? Yes, because DRL is allowed to be used as a light source, this will not be a violation and will not entail penalties. What can not be said about the "dimensions" you can not use them instead of daytime running lights, as well as low beam headlights! That is why this moment is very important.

Why are side lights banned, what is wrong with them? The fact is that "dimensions", unlike DRLs, serve to designate a vehicle in the dark, while in the daytime they are of little use. The light that they emit is not enough in the daytime, because it is very weak and inconspicuous (power of the order of 5 watts), so it is forbidden to use them instead of low beam, as well as daytime running lights. Brightness according to GOST (GOST R 41.48-2004) should be in the range from 400 to 800 candela.

It would seem that there are simply no daytime running lights - turn on the dipped one and live in peace ... But, not everything is so simple. The fact is that the constantly on dipped beam leads to premature exit failure of lamps, the price of which can reach several hundred dollars. In addition, it has been proven that headlights increase fuel consumption (approximately 0.5 liters per 100 km), the cost of which has not pleased anyone lately ... In short, whatever one may say, it is not profitable to drive with the neighbor constantly on.

What about foglights, can they be used instead of low beam and DRL?

This question, as it turned out, worries many, and here's why. The fact is that not everyone has daytime running lights; But everyone has mail for fogs, and besides, they are less voracious in terms of energy consumption. But the question is, is it possible to use PTF instead of DRL? The answer to this question can be found in the SDA.

clause 9.4. Fog lights can be used:

• in conditions of insufficient visibility with low or high beam headlights;
• at night on unlit sections of roads together with dipped or main beam headlights;
• instead of dipped headlights in accordance with clause 19.5 of the Rules.

The only caveat is that on some cars, fog lights work exclusively with low beam headlights, so many refuse such an alternative to daytime running lights.

Summing up

As you can see, there is a way out. You can drive close as long as you don't worry too much about fuel consumption and bulb life crushing. You can also use PTF if they are installed on your car, this will not be a violation of the rules and there will be no questions from the inspectors for you. The third option is to install daytime running lights. DRL consumes significantly less energy compared to low beam headlights, as well as PTF, while they shine brighter than the dimensions and are clearly visible at any time of the day - therefore, they are the most profitable and acceptable option!