At night, within what distance of an oncoming vehicle, and within what distance of a vehicle you are following, should you dim your high beams?

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Why

Bright high beams can dazzle the drivers around you, so dim them within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle and when following another vehicle within 500 feet. In fog, rain or snow, low beams also work better because high beams bounce back off the moisture.

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Topic: Night and weather   License: CDL

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• Night and Fog Driving

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