When is it necessary to dip your headlights?

Dipping your headlights is necessary when other vehicles are coming towards you because it helps to prevent blinding the drivers of those vehicles. High beam headlights are very bright and can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, potentially leading to dangerous situations. By dipping your headlights, you switch to a lower beam that still provides adequate illumination for your own visibility while minimizing glare for oncoming traffic. This practice is crucial in maintaining safety on the road, especially at night or in low-light conditions when visibility is already compromised.

Driving in city limits, on a straight road, or when no traffic is around does not inherently require you to dip your headlights. City driving often involves street lighting and other vehicles, and the need to dip headlights will depend on the traffic conditions and presence of other road users rather than solely on the location or traffic density.