Headlights Must Match: Why Different Colors Aren’t Allowed in the U.S.
Car enthusiasts often dream of customizing their vehicles to stand out, but when it comes to headlights, there's no room for creativity. In America, having two different color headlights is strictly prohibited by law.Key TakeawaysThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration requires all car headlights in the U.S. be white and within specific shade boundaries.Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards mandate that front turn signals must use amber bulbs, while rear indicators can either be red or amber but brake lights have to be red.State regulations vary regarding auxiliary lighting like fog lamps, with no federal rules dictating their color requirements.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets the standard for vehicle safety in America. Under Federal Motor Vehicl...
