When driving in foggy conditions, what is the recommended use of headlights?

Using low beams while driving in foggy conditions is essential for maintaining visibility and ensuring safety. High beams can actually create a dangerous situation in fog because they reflect off the moisture in the air, causing a glare that can impair your visibility even further. This effect is known as "backscatter," where the light bounces back towards the driver, making it more difficult to see through the fog.

Low beam headlights, on the other hand, provide a more focused and controllable light that reduces glare and helps illuminate the road just ahead of the vehicle. They penetrate through fog better and allow drivers to see the lines on the road and any obstacles more clearly.

Daytime running lights are useful for increasing visibility during the day, but they typically do not provide enough illumination for driving at night or in low-visibility situations like fog. Having headlights off is not advisable as it significantly reduces a vehicle’s visibility to other drivers and fails to illuminate the road ahead.

Therefore, using low beams is the safest choice in foggy conditions to enhance visibility for both the driver and other motorists.