# NHTSA Updates Headlight Rules

> NHTSA aims to modernize headlight regulations to reduce glare and keep pace with technology.
- Title: NHTSA Updates Headlight Rules · Motor1 | Shortify
- Summary: NHTSA aims to modernize headlight regulations to reduce glare and keep pace with technology. NHTSA will update headlight rules to address glare and…
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- Source: Motor1 — https://motor1.com/news/811172/nhtsa-wants-update-headlight-rules
- Author: Adrian Padeanu
- Published: 2026-10-08T11:04:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nhtsa, headlight rules, glare, led headlights, adaptive driving beam, federal motor vehicle safety standard, transportation secretary, cars
## NHTSA seeks headlight rule update
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration plans to modernize Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 to address headlight glare and accommodate newer lighting technology.

> long-overdue update
## Headlight glare problem
Modern leds produce more light than halogen units, and tall vehicles cause headlights to aim directly into lower cars' eyes.
## NHTSA's review scope
The agency will examine how modern headlighting technology contributes to glare and determine changes for headlamp height and aim.
## Modern lighting technology
NHTSA wants to update rules for leds, dusk sensors, automatic high beams, and replaceable light sources while harmonizing with international standards.
## Current rules outdated
The current headlight standard hasn't changed since 1997, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
## Public comment period
NHTSA will accept public comments on the effort's scope and committee makeup by november 9.
## Key takeaway

NHTSA will update headlight rules to address glare and accommodate modern lighting technology.