What should you do to reduce glare from oncoming headlights at night?

• A. Dim your own headlights and use the proper beam when appropriate; look toward the right edge of the road.
• B. Keep bright headlights on to maximize visibility.
• C. Look toward the center of the road to align with the oncoming vehicle.
• D. Close one eye to reduce glare.

Answer: (A)

Glare at night is best managed by reducing the light you emit toward others and by keeping your eyes away from direct headlight glare. Dimming your own headlights and using the proper beam when appropriate limits how bright the lights are for oncoming drivers, while still giving you enough visibility. Pair that with looking toward the right edge of the road so you don’t fixate on the oncoming lights and you can safely follow the lane lines.

Keeping bright headlights on would increase glare for others and reduce safety. Looking toward the center of the road would put you in line with the oncoming glare. Closing one eye is unsafe and impractical because it impairs depth perception and reaction time.