AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to a new survey from AAA Texas, six in ten drivers are reporting that they struggle with headlight glare after dark.
Drivers are reporting that they believe the problem may have worsened over the past decade fueling renewing concerns about road safety, headlight regulation, and modern lighting standards, said AAA.
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“Headlight glare has become a major source of frustration and concern for millions of drivers,” said Greg Brannon, director of automotive engineering and research at AAA. “As vehicle lighting technology evolves, so must our understanding of glare, its impact, and the steps drivers can take to maintain safety.”
AAA reported the following additional findings in its survey:
- Drivers who wear prescription glasses (70%) experience more glare than those who do not (56%).
- Pickup truck drivers are less likely to report glare (41%) than drivers of other vehicle types (66%).
- Female drivers (70%) report glare more often than male drivers (57%).
- Age alone does not show a statistically significant impact on likelihood to report glare being an issue.
- The height of the driver does not significantly influence the likelihood of experiencing glare.
As part of the survey, AAA is encouraging safer nighttime driving practices and driver awareness…