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      04-12-2016, 03:32 PM   #52
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Originally Posted by kugasman View Post
The real problem here is the U.S. regulations, not headlight technology or BMW. BMW and Audi have been real innovators when it comes to headlight safety.

http://jalopnik.com/a-50-year-old-re...hea-1594900077

http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cult...eadlight-tech/
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Originally Posted by kugasman View Post
This is due to US regulations that require bad headlights.
Sorry, but regulations have nothing to do with the poor performance of BMW headlights in this case. The problem is that they are aimed too low, a problem which is completely unconnected with any regulatory statute. The headlights are perfectly bright, and when aimed correctly, provide ample illumination (as has been testified to by many members here).

The Prius is subject to exactly the same regulations as BMWs, and yet its headlights have no problems at all. In this case you're incorrect in placing the blame with regulators; the blame lies squarely with BMW NA.
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