Motorists have been left surprised by news that they do not always need to use their headlights when driving at night. Pointing a bright beam at the road in front of you - so you can see where you’re going, and to ensure other road users and pedestrians can see you coming - is one of the basics of road safety in the twilight hours.
But experts at Select Car Leasing have revealed that you don’t actually need to use your headlights in some surprising situations. Graham Conway, managing director of Select Car Leasing, said: “This is one of those rules that people are surprised about when they find out the details.
“The law states that you are permitted to drive using only your sidelights at night if you are on a well-lit road that has a 30mph speed limit.
