Question 1184 · Truck theory test
What is the purpose of daytime running lights on a vehicle?
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Correct answer
To increase the vehicles visibility in daylight hours.
Official explanation
Daytime running lights refer to the white lighting systems on the front of a vehicle that automatically come on during daylight hours. The purpose of daytime running lights are to increase the visibility and presence of the vehicle to other road users.
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