Choosing the right driving lights
Start with how far you actually need to see. Bigger housings generally throw light further, so a pair of 9 inch lights like the Narva EX2 or HardKorr BZR suits open highway touring, while 4 to 7 inch lights are a better fit for utes and wagons that spend more time on tighter tracks or have limited space behind the bull bar. Most quality lights run on 12 and 24 volts, so check your vehicle's system if you drive a truck or older 4x4.
LED versus halogen is the other big decision. LEDs draw less power, last longer and put out a bright white light. Fyrlyt halogens take a different approach, using a warmer beam that many drivers find cuts through dust, fog and rain with less glare bouncing back at you. Neither is wrong, it comes down to the conditions you drive in most.
Finally, plan the install. Driving lights must be wired so they only operate with high beam to stay road legal, mounts need to be solid enough to stop vibration blurring the beam, and lights sitting in front of a radar cruise sensor or parking sensor can cause problems. We sort all of that at the workshop.
Driving light FAQs
Are aftermarket driving lights legal in Victoria?
Yes, provided they are fitted in pairs or symmetrically, mounted securely and wired to switch off with high beam. Height and positioning rules also apply. If you have them fitted at our Burwood workshop, we wire and position them to comply.
Do I need a bull bar to fit driving lights?
No, but it is the easiest mounting point. Without a bull bar you will need suitable brackets on or behind the bumper, and space is often tight on modern vehicles. Bring the vehicle in and we can tell you what fits.
Should I buy a single light or a pair?
A pair gives you a wider, more even spread and better depth perception at distance, which is why most kits from Narva, HardKorr and Fyrlyt are sold as pairs. A single light suits tight budgets or vehicles running a light bar as well.