ADAC recommends: retrofitting LED headlights
According to the Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC), it is worth converting your car's headlights from halogen to LED. LED lamps shine brighter, last longer and fail less often.
Practical test: LED beats halogen
The ADAC compared halogen and LED lights in a test back in 2020. LED headlights scored highly with many advantages:
- greater light range at night
- Long service life
- Colour temperature similar to daylight
The whiter light of the LED models means that contrasts are perceived well and objects or people at the edge of the road are recognised more easily and better. According to the automobile club, the LED light also shines the light more focussed onto the road and illuminates the right-hand edge in particular more than the halogen light.
Available for many models
Halogen lamps in H4, H7 or H1 sockets can be converted in many car models. They are also available for motorbikes and classic cars. Retrofitting is also possible for some popular vans and motorhomes. Compatibility lists for light sources can be found on the manufacturers' websites. Adapters are available for some models. As a general rule, retrofits, i.e. LED replacement lamps, may only be installed in headlights of approved vehicles in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. If this is not followed, the operating licence may expire.