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Re:The Porsche Macan EV Is Being Recalled Because Its Headli... by jeroenhd on Wednesday December 04, 2024 @04:14AM (#42315787)
Blinking lights stand out more but also makes it near impossible to accurately judge speed and direction, especially with multiple cyclists on the road. That's why it's illegal to use blinking bike lights* here in the Netherlands.

*: technically, you're allowed to use blinking bike lights during the day, but what's the point

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Re:The Porsche Macan EV Is Being Recalled Because Its Headli... by lupire on Wednesday December 04, 2024 @08:21AM (#42317167)
Blinking lights grab attention.

That makes them useful during the day

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Re:The Porsche Macan EV Is Being Recalled Because Its Headli... by Reason077 on Sunday December 08, 2024 @12:30AM (#42355198)
> "it's illegal to use blinking bike lights* here in the Netherlands."

I wish they had this rule in the UK.

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