What types of car bulbs are there?
There are three main types of car bulbs; Filament/Halogen, Xenon HID, and LED. Filament/Halogen car bulbs are the factory standard lights found on most cars. Xenon HID (High-Intensity Discharge) car bulbs are blue-tinged headlights filled with Xenon gas and have to be fitted by the manufacturer. LED car bulbs are only currently available if your car model already has them installed and can’t be added in afterwards.
How do you check your car light bulbs are working?
Most cars will need the engine running to check the lights work. Once the engine is running, turn on all your lights including your hazard lights and walk around the car to check all lights are working as they should. It helps to have somebody with you who can put their foot down on the brakes whilst you check the lights. If this is not possible, park in front of a wall when it’s darker outside and when you brake you will be able to use your mirrors to see if they are working or not.
What bulb does my car need?
Cars have the following lights: side lights, dipped beams, main beam, fog lights, front indicators, brake lights, reversing lights, rear indicators, and hazard lights. If you have checked all your lights and any need replacing, take a look at the bulbs we provide or call us on 0800 0985995 to speak to a member of the trade team for support.
Can I upgrade my car headlights?
You can upgrade your car headlights to brighter or white car bulbs to help with visibility. If you are looking to upgrade to HID or LED bulbs, you will need to check they meet the specifications in the UN (United Nations) Legislation before they are installed.
Do I need to replace my car bulbs in pairs?
It is recommended to replace your bulbs in pairs as they tend to fail at similar rates so once one light goes, it’s highly likely the other one will be next to go. Replacing them both at the same time ensures you have consistent light quality whilst driving around rather than uneven levels of light.