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It's not about Lumens (brightness) but Lumens per mm2 that is the issue. The density of the light is the problem.

On newer cars, you will see adaptive matrix headlights that switch out the LEDs that are in the face of oncoming traffic.

e.g.

 
One problem I often find is not noticing front indicators on cars with bright LED day running lights. The indicator is often in the same unit, close underneath the DRL. The brightness of the DRL tends to drown out the indicator making it hard spot.

I see that some cars turn the DRL off for the side that is indicating, so manufacturers are aware of the problem and have done something about it.
 
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This article echoes exactly how I feel about the subject. It's getting ridiculous, you think folk are driving around with full beam on in some cases.

My son told me to leave my lights on full beam when approaching traffic. I was amazed when my headlamps went all boz-eyed and such like. Summat to to with the film the Matrix or summat.
 
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Does the Noseall Builder Co, Robin Reliant come with matrix LEDs?
Not sure my Vivaro does...?
It went in for its annual service/MOT and the missus conveniently broke up from work yesterday, so I had her car (Audi A6 Avant) 'till this afternoon.
 
It's not about Lumens (brightness) but Lumens per mm2 that is the issue. The density of the light is the problem.

On newer cars, you will see adaptive matrix headlights that switch out the LEDs that are in the face of oncoming traffic.

e.g.

You will find a lot of it, is people putting aftermarket lights in without any automatic levelleling system.

And on the older systems, putting in bulbs incorrectly.
 
I hate these high intensity lights they are dangerous, and if people have to drive round in broad daylight with beams full on they must be inadequate drivers or just plain selfish, why dont they just rely on side lights, which now are usually led and quite bright enough to be seen clearly.
Grrrrrrrrrrr
 
I think even the dipped beam now is a very high intensity light, and on a flat smooth road they are no bother to on coming traffic - but on the brow of a hill they shine directly into your eyes, and pot holes and speed bumps look like they are flashing you.
 
I specced my last car with Matrix headlights reverted back to adaptive only, they don't work so well, and on a car of this quality they really should. I agree as ive been dazzled myself a few times, people leave their matrix lights on full beam believing they are doing their job. In some instances they clearly dont, especially on uneven roads/lots of direction change.
 
It's not about Lumens (brightness) but Lumens per mm2 that is the issue. The density of the light is the problem.

On newer cars, you will see adaptive matrix headlights that switch out the LEDs that are in the face of oncoming traffic.

e.g.

tbh I couldn't care less about the science/tech behind it. As far as I'm concerned, the lights are getting too 'bright' and on discussing with family and friends, I'm not the only one who's noticing it.

I had a **** in something like a Nissan X-Trail or similar settle not far behind me a few nights ago when on the dual carriageway. So their headlights were set that bit higher. Even with my rear view mirror dipped, my car interior was lit up like a disco (yes that's a mini rant exaggeration) so much so I gradually took my foot off the gas to encourage them to pass, which they eventually did.

Then when in the town centre I found myself almost having to move my eyeline away from some of the oncoming traffic due to what I'll refer to as brightness of the lights.

Granted, misalignment could also be a contributing factor as referenced here:

 
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