View Poll Results: Do you use Daytime Running Light feature?
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Do you use Daytime Running Light feature?
Do you use Daytime Running Light feature?
07-25-2002, 05:28 PM
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In general, I don't like DRL's, so I don't use the feature. But, over and above that, since I have Xenons, they would be on all the time and I don't want them to die a premature death. (For those who don't know, the Xenons are run at full power in DRL mode -- they cannot be dimmed).
07-25-2002, 06:01 PM
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Originally posted by MarkL
In general, I don't like DRL's, so I don't use the feature. But, over and above that, since I have Xenons, they would be on all the time and I don't want them to die a premature death. (For those who don't know, the Xenons are run at full power in DRL mode -- they cannot be dimmed).
In general, I don't like DRL's, so I don't use the feature. But, over and above that, since I have Xenons, they would be on all the time and I don't want them to die a premature death. (For those who don't know, the Xenons are run at full power in DRL mode -- they cannot be dimmed).
I do use them. This helps tremendously - those who don't use them, try it for a change - with DRLs on you are treated differently by other drivers (in a positive sense). And I do believe that they improve safety. Cheap insurance, if you will.
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07-25-2002, 06:11 PM
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Originally posted by vadim
Their lifetime, on the other hand, is much longer than that of Halogen ones, as there is no filament that gets thinner over time and eventually breaks.
I do use them. This helps tremendously - those who don't use them, try it for a change - with DRLs on you are treated differently by other drivers (in a positive sense). And I do believe that they improve safety. Cheap insurance, if you will.
Their lifetime, on the other hand, is much longer than that of Halogen ones, as there is no filament that gets thinner over time and eventually breaks.
I do use them. This helps tremendously - those who don't use them, try it for a change - with DRLs on you are treated differently by other drivers (in a positive sense). And I do believe that they improve safety. Cheap insurance, if you will.
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07-25-2002, 06:59 PM
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I use the DRL's and keep the headlight switch in Auto. Since I can see cars with DRL's better, especially in Florida rainstorms, I figured others can see me better also.
I think the manual says DRL's with standard headlights, run the lights at partial power which should not contribute to their early demise.
I think the manual says DRL's with standard headlights, run the lights at partial power which should not contribute to their early demise.
07-25-2002, 07:24 PM
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i dont but
i would like to be able to use my "city" lights as do the bmw's and lexus' use, the inner lights. i too have xenons, and i dont want to blind people. some say it's very bright... i wonder if anyone has tried to play with the relays to adjust this???
07-25-2002, 07:46 PM
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you could always turn on city lights and fog lights. If you are worried about burning out xenons
07-25-2002, 08:40 PM
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Yes, but they're mandatory in Canada. The DRLs run at full power, on low beam, in our C 230 K Sportcoupé.
I can't believe that some Mercedes-Benz drivers are willing to compromise on safety to save the cost of a headlight bulb or two (especially if they are the regular halogen variety). You might as well trade the M-B in for a 1979 Datsun B210, if you're that cheap and unconcerned about collision avoidance
DRLs have been proven in Canada and Scandinavia to increase visibility and reduce accident rates. My advice, for those who have the option, is to use them. At the very least, ALWAYS use headlights on two lane roads, in all weather conditions.
I can't believe that some Mercedes-Benz drivers are willing to compromise on safety to save the cost of a headlight bulb or two (especially if they are the regular halogen variety). You might as well trade the M-B in for a 1979 Datsun B210, if you're that cheap and unconcerned about collision avoidance
DRLs have been proven in Canada and Scandinavia to increase visibility and reduce accident rates. My advice, for those who have the option, is to use them. At the very least, ALWAYS use headlights on two lane roads, in all weather conditions.
07-25-2002, 08:57 PM
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I know drivoing with DRLs is safer...studies have shown that...but the way people drive here in AZ...it doesnt matter....people here in AZ drive like s....t...wonder if the others who live in AZ agree with me. I have driven aot of miles...and AZ could be one of the worst states for driving. People are just stupid here. No courtesy...no common sense. Could be road rage capital of US. Sorry to get off subject...but if we are talking about safety..I agree we should be running DRL's.
07-25-2002, 10:41 PM
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Originally posted by BlackC230Coupe
no i do not use the DRL's on any of my cars. That goes for the Auto switch eaither. I just turn my lights on when i need it.
no i do not use the DRL's on any of my cars. That goes for the Auto switch eaither. I just turn my lights on when i need it.
07-25-2002, 10:45 PM
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I mostly have my city and fog lights on during the day. The fog lights are very noticable to other cars, not because they are bright but because their field of illumination is so wide.
07-25-2002, 11:01 PM
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Originally posted by BlackC230Coupe
no i do not use the DRL's on any of my cars. That goes for the Auto switch eaither. I just turn my lights on when i need it.
no i do not use the DRL's on any of my cars. That goes for the Auto switch eaither. I just turn my lights on when i need it.
07-25-2002, 11:09 PM
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Originally posted by MB-BOB
I only notice a car with drls when one of them is burned out.
I only notice a car with drls when one of them is burned out.
I happen to think the corvettes look kinda cool with just the parking lights on. it actually makes the car stand out good enough. IMHO just as good as DRL's maybe even better because during the day and orange light is more noticable than white (light) headlights.
07-25-2002, 11:24 PM
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Originally posted by MB-BOB
Er, maybe it's the Corvette that I notice.
Er, maybe it's the Corvette that I notice.
