Many car and truck owners replace their factory headlights with aftermarket ones. There are many reasons, why they do so. Here are just some of them:
- Money. As a rule, aftermarket headlights are less expensive, than OEM ones. That's why when something goes wrong with a car headlight, and one or two headlight assemblies require replacement, the owner decides to buy aftermarket headlights.
- Design. There are so many great aftermarket headlights that look completely different than the stock headlight assemblies. Designer aftermarket headlights enhance the front end of the vehicle and make it different from the other ones on the road.
- OE style headlights. This is the cost-effective type of headlight for those, who need their headlights replaced with the same ones because of damage, collision, lens fading, etc.
When shopping for aftermarket headlights, there are so many things to consider: what brands are the best, what are the most popular styles, and what are the installation details. It is also crucial that you check the local laws and requirements to car lights to make sure that the headlights you like will not violate the laws.
When you buy car headlights, it is a good idea to replace the light bulbs right away. Usually, the bulbs that the headlights are shipped with are not good enough. So, we recommend checking the lineup of Sylvania, Philips, and other reputable brands to look up quality bulbs for your new headlights. Note, however, that aftermarket headlights may have bulb sizes that differ from the ones you have in the stock headlights. So it is a good idea to refer to the manufacturer's info before buying the light bulbs.
Tips & Tricks
Check out, what designs are available for your vehicle. There are some basic things that you may like or dislike about the headlights, and it is always a good idea to see, what design options are available for your car, truck, or SUV.
If you are looking for OE-style headlights, but cannot decide, why the prices are so different, this section is for you. Here I explain the basic abbreviations of aftermarket car headlights. Besides, you will find a list of the featured brands that produce quality, reliable, and affordable light bulbs.
Read more about the OE-style replacement headlights.
If you consider tinted headlights, lights with multi-color LED strips, or halo rings, it is good to find out, whether such features are street-legal in your area. Many car and truck owners like to add chameleon tints on top of their headlights. Yet, in some states, this modification is restricted.
Continue reading to find out, what features are worth being checked.
