DRLs, driving to disaster?

As we approach 2012 and the introduction of daytime running lights (DRLs) for all new cars it’s interesting to note that, unlike older Volvos, the latest models have lights at the front only. Of cars I’ve seen lately Citroens Audis and Toyotas all only have DRLs at the front.

The problem is that I’ve seen several drivers at dusk relying on DRLs only, thus leaving the back of the car completely unlit. The more I see of DRL use the more convinced I become that this is an ill-conceived scheme that’s going to lead to more accidents rather than fewer.

Let’s hope it falls by the wayside like other strange EU lighting ideas – dim-dip, anyone? Sign the petition at Lightmare to protest against DRLs.

GOM