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UK Drivers Demand Action on Distracting LED Headlights

11/19/2025

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97% of UK drivers report distraction from oncoming traffic due to headlights.
33% of drivers have reduced nighttime driving due to brightness.
The Department for Transport (DfT) plans to review car and headlamp designs.
The Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) found that LED headlights contribute to glare.
RAC's Rod Dennis calls for immediate action and further research into headlight regulations.

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Story summary

97% of UK drivers report distraction from oncoming traffic due to headlights.
33% of drivers have reduced nighttime driving due to brightness.
The Department for Transport (DfT) plans to review car and headlamp designs.
The Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) found that LED headlights contribute to glare.
RAC's Rod Dennis calls for immediate action and further research into headlight regulations.