To DRL or not to DRL...

[jrustles]

2005 Pontiac G6
DRL disabled, Auto Lights disabled -actually, severely desensitized so they only activate at DUSK. I did this primarily out of concern for the GM alternator.

The G6 uses the low-beam bulbs as DRLs (and the bulbs are expensive), when they SHOULD use the high beams to even bulb wear.

Basically, I said "nope" to always burning out low beam bulbs and alternators.

 

[Doog]

I like DRLs. In fact I won't buy a vehicle without them. (Sorry Ford.) They allow you to see an oncoming vehicle in the fog/dusk/rain much easier. But if I didn't have them I would just drive with my headlights on.

I also think it is hilarious that they irritate so many people.

I mean really if DRL's irritate you...then you need to get a life.

 

[robertcope]

I don't understand why we even have light switches in cars. Too many morons driving around without them on when they should be.

robert

 

[sciphi]

Originally Posted By: robertcope
I don't understand why we even have light switches in cars. Too many morons driving around without them on when they should be.

robert


There's a reason why more and more cars are coming with automatic headlights. Folks are too busy texting or searching for sushi (like a recent Toyota ad stated) to be bothered to turn on the headlights when it's dark out.

 

[ffhdriver]

Originally Posted By: Doog
I like DRLs. In fact I won't buy a vehicle without them. (Sorry Ford.) They allow you to see an oncoming vehicle in the fog/dusk/rain much easier. But if I didn't have them I would just drive with my headlights on.

I also think it is hilarious that they irritate so many people.

I mean really if DRL's irritate you...then you need to get a life.
My Ford dealer, using the shop computer, easily turned on the DRLs option on my '10 Fusion.

 

[Ken2]

Get the WebElectric DRL kit and use your turn signal bulbs as DRLs. Upgrade to long life bulbs in the turn signals. I did that on both my Tundra and my Volvo with good results.
http://www.webelectricproducts.com/products.htm