The end of cool small cars

Re:The end of cool small cars by simfree on Thursday August 31, 2023 @12:09AM (#37332349)

Sounds like the low beams are mis-aimed if they are generating a much larger light pool and likely dazzling other drivers on the road at night.

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Re:The end of cool small cars by pandaman on Thursday August 31, 2023 @08:16AM (#37336004)

I am pretty sure IIHS is setting up lights according to the DOT regulations when they test. As the report says: "The low beams never exceeded glare limits".

It's simple geometry - headlights at the same angle will intersect with the ground farther when they are higher off the ground.

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Re:The end of cool small cars by arethuza on Thursday August 31, 2023 @09:23AM (#37336773)

But does that have any noticeable impact on the driving experience - can't say I've ever noticed any difference in headlight lighting between SUVs and "normal" cars?

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Re:The end of cool small cars by pandaman on Thursday August 31, 2023 @10:23AM (#37337613)

It depends, makes a difference for me as I like to be aware of the surroundings. Seeing that some people drive while looking into their phones, I figure, it may not matter for everyone.

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