OSRAM SYLVANIA offers tips and headlights to make nighttime driving safer
HILLSBORO, N.H., May 29 /PRNewswire/ -- When motorists get behind the
wheel, one of the most important tools for driving safely is often
overlooked; their headlights.
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Poor visibility, especially at night, is a serious driving hazard.
According to the Motor Vehicle Lighting Council, poor visibility is cited
as a factor in an estimated 2.8 million accidents, 23,000 fatal crashes and
2,300 pedestrian deaths every year in the United States. OSRAM SYLVANIA,
the world leader in automotive lighting solutions, offers a variety of
automotive headlights that provide better peripheral vision and viewing of
the road ahead.
"Many people don't even realize that they have choices when it comes to
headlight bulbs," said Denise Champagne, marketing manager, OSRAM SYLVANIA.
"In fact, you can select from a range of bulbs that provide different
levels of brightness that have a real impact on how far you can see down
the road at night. Premium bulbs like SilverStar(R) Ultra are actually 50
percent brighter and increase downroad visibility by 40 percent when
compared to standard bulbs."
These simple tips can also help make night driving safer:
-- Change headlights in pairs before they burn out. Most headlights dim
over time so evaluate yours every year for optimum performance.
-- Upgrade to high performance halogen lighting. SYLVANIA SilverStar Ultra
headlights produce a brighter, whiter light. Studies have shown that
whiter halogen lighting can improve reaction time, increase nighttime
visibility and give better roadside viewing.
-- Check headlight alignment. Misaligned headlights can be distracting and
dangerous. Ask your auto service technician to align them for you.
-- Clean headlight lenses regularly. Wash headlight lenses when you wash
your windshield. You'll see better at night and in poor weather
conditions.
-- Make sure all vehicle lights are working. Have a friend turn on your
headlights and signal lights while you walk around the outside of your
vehicle.
Choosing and maintaining your headlights is crucial to safety on the
road. For more tips and information visit your local automotive retailer or
http://www.sylvania.com.
About OSRAM SYLVANIA Automotive Lighting
OSRAM SYLVANIA, together with OSRAM GmbH, is the world leader in
automotive lighting for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and the
aftermarket. The company's global automotive lighting division has its
principal North American operations in Hillsboro, N.H., with nearly 700
employees. In addition to TS 16949, this facility has also achieved ISO
9001 and 14001 certifications. Automotive Lighting designs, develops,
manufactures and markets state-of-the-art automotive light sources,
including auxiliary, advanced halogen, LED and high-intensity discharge
lighting for interior, exterior and forward lighting applications. More
than 400 lamp types are produced for cars, trucks, and electronics in
facilities throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Automotive applications
for OEMs are marketed under the OSRAM brand while products for the
aftermarket are sold under the SYLVANIA brand. For more information, visit
http://www.sylvania.com/auto.
About OSRAM SYLVANIA
OSRAM SYLVANIA is a leader in lighting solutions and specialty products
that feature innovative design and energy saving technology. The company
sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles primarily under the
SYLVANIA brand name, and also under the OSRAM brand. Headquartered in
Danvers, Mass., OSRAM SYLVANIA is the North American operation of OSRAM
GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Siemens AG. For more information, visit
http://www.sylvania.com.
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