Feds get ready to rewrite car headlight rules
Reducing glare and allowing modern light technologies will be two goals.
TL;DR
- US headlight regulations are being updated to allow for modern automotive lighting technologies.
- Outdated FMVSS have prevented the adoption of adaptive headlights and other advanced features.
- The NHTSA is initiating a negotiated rulemaking process to rewrite these regulations.
- Goals include harmonizing US standards with global counterparts, updating rules for LEDs and sensors, and improving glare mitigation.
- Previous attempts to update regulations faced delays and challenges in adapting to new technologies.
- Active beam matrix LED headlights are now available in the US but with limited functionality compared to European models.