When should you dim your high-beam headlights to low-beams when another vehicle is approaching?

Dimming your high-beam headlights to low-beams when another vehicle is approaching is important for safety and visibility. The correct distance to switch from high-beams to low-beams is 500 feet. This distance allows other drivers to see clearly without being blinded by your bright headlights.

High-beam headlights are designed to illuminate the road far ahead, which is useful in dark conditions. However, when another vehicle is coming towards you, keeping high-beams on can cause glare that may impair the other driver's vision. By switching to low-beams at the recommended distance of 500 feet, you provide a safer driving environment for everyone on the road while still having sufficient visibility for yourself.

This practice helps to promote mutual safety and follows proper driving etiquette, contributing to a more responsible and courteous driving culture.