Darker days are here – have you checked your vehicle lights?

It may only be late April, but the shift in seasons is already being felt. Mornings are darker, evenings are closing in sooner, and there’s a definite chill in the air – all clear signs that winter is on its way.

With reduced daylight hours and visibility becoming more challenging, ensuring your vehicle’s lights are in full working order is not just important – it’s essential.

“Visibility is one of the most critical factors in road safety,” says Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI). “Many accidents could be avoided if motorists simply ensured their vehicle lights were functioning properly and used correctly.”

Winter driving conditions often mean travelling in low light, whether early in the morning or later in the evening. Add to that the ongoing challenge of faulty or non-operational street lighting in some areas, and the risks increase…

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