A new EC Directive requires dedicated Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on all new types of passenger cars and small vans from February 2011, and on all other new types of road vehicles (excluding motorcycles and agricultural tractors) from August 2012.

Research figures from the EU suggest that motorists could help prevent around 2,000 road deaths each year with the use of DRLs. Studies have shown, that not seeing other road users plays a role in 50% of daytime accidents.

Motorists don’t have to wait till next year; they can get the modern look now with Ring Automotives range of DRLs.

New to the range is the dual function Lyra LED Day and Night Lamp. The Lyra lamp is E marked to reg 87 which is specific to daytime running lamps, so it will illuminate when the engine is started.

When used as a daytime running lamp, the Lyra will greatly contrast the vehicle from its surroundings, making it more visible to other road users including cyclists and pedestrians.

However, when it gets dark and the main vehicle lights are turned on, the Lyra lamp will switch its light output to an E marked reg 7-night time styling lamp providing 24 hours operation.

The slim compact design enables the lamps to be fitted discreetly to most cars. With a fitting kit and simple to follow instruction the lamps can generally be fitted within an hour depending on the vehicle.

For more information contact Strongline on 01-462-4631.