Winter Driving Lights Mandatory on Israeli Highways Starting November 1
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
Drivers in Israel must use headlights during daylight on intercity roads starting November 1 until March 31, 2021. This annual winter regulation applies to all vehicles and aims to improve visibility. Buses, taxis, motorcycles, and heavy vehicles must also use headlights during the day in cities. Violators face a 100 shekel fine and two penalty points.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Daytime headlights are mandatory on Israeli intercity roads from November 1 to March 31.
- The winter driving rule applies to all vehicle types.
- Drivers must manually activate headlights, as automatic systems may not engage rear lights.
- Buses, taxis, motorcycles, and heavy vehicles must use headlights in cities during the day.
- Motorcycles are required to use headlights year-round on all roads.
- Failure to comply results in a 100 shekel fine and two penalty points.
Beginning November 1, drivers in Israel will be required to use their headlights during daylight hours on intercity roads as part of the annual winter driving regulations. This mandate, which remains in effect until March 31, 2021, applies to all vehicle types. The regulation aims to improve visibility, especially during periods of limited sight.
While many newer vehicles are equipped with automatic daytime running lights that meet European standards, these often do not activate the rear lights. Israeli regulations require both front and rear lights to be on, meaning drivers must manually ensure their lights are fully operational and not rely solely on automatic systems. Motorcycles are already required to use their headlights year-round on all roads.
Additionally, buses, taxis, motorcycles, and heavy vehicles will be obligated to drive with headlights on during the day even within city limits throughout the winter period. Drivers caught violating the daytime headlight rule will face a fine of 100 shekels and two penalty points on their license.
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