You are driving in darkness on a well-constructed main road, using your dipped headlights. Within what distance must you be able to stop?

When driving with dipped headlights at night on a good main road, German traffic rules require that you must be able to stop within the illuminated area. This means your stopping distance should not exceed the range of your dipped headlights. Unlike main beam lights, which illuminate a longer distance, dipped headlights are designed to light the way close to your vehicle without blinding other drivers. Therefore, you must always adjust your speed so that you can safely stop within the area lit by your dipped headlights. This rule ensures safety by allowing you to react in time to obstacles or hazards that you can actually see.