Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Business

New headlight rules coming soon: What bike riders & vehicle owners need to know as govt plans to tighten high-intensity light norms

Automatic headlamps on two-wheelers may soon be restricted to low-beam mode, while buses and other heavy vehicles could be required to use genuine reflective tapes to improve visibility at night and during poor weather conditions.

The proposed changes are part of a wider set of road safety measures aimed at reducing glare and improving visibility for motorists. According to a TOI report, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, with the new safety norms expected to come into effect from April next year.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.