At night, when must you always dip the headlights on your vehicle?

Dipping the headlights when following other vehicles at night is crucial for several reasons related to road safety and visibility. High beams can be blinding to the driver of the vehicle ahead, impairing their ability to see the road and surrounding conditions. By dipping your headlights, you provide enough illumination for your own visibility while preventing any visual discomfort or hazard to the driver in front of you.

This practice is especially important on dark roads where the contrast between high beams and low ambient light can be significant. It helps to maintain a safer driving environment for everyone on the road. Other scenarios, such as parked vehicles, turning at intersections, or driving in the city, may involve different considerations regarding headlight use, but the critical focus when driving behind another vehicle is to ensure that you do not compromise their visibility.