iFahrer – Driver’s License

In German traffic rules, dipped headlights must be switched on not only during twilight (answer 3), but also whenever it is dark (answer 1) and when driving through tunnels (answer 2). Darkness reduces visibility, making it harder for you to see and be seen by other road users, so headlights improve safety. Tunnels are often dark even during the day, so turning on headlights there is mandatory. Twilight is a transitional period where ambient light is low, so headlights help increase visibility. Remembering these three conditions helps ensure you use your dipped headlights correctly and increase safety on the road.