Daimler AG has adopted Luxeon Rebel LEDs for use in the daytime running light (DRL) function on several vehicle models within its fleet, beginning in June 2010 with Mercedes-Benz E-Class models. Daimler intends to expand the use of Rebel LEDs for the DRL function in other models as well. “We have chosen Philips Lumileds as [...]

A daytime running lamp (DRL, also daylight running lamp or daytime running light) is an automotive lighting (Automobile Safety) device on the front of a roadgoing motor vehicle, installed in pairs, automatically switched on when the vehicle is moving forward, emitting white, yellow, or amber light to increase the conspicuity of the vehicle during daylight [...]

The newest LED daytime running lights have come to epitomize the latest in auto style. The entire automotive LED lighting is extremely “in” these days. LEDs are poised to add the unique visual ingenuity to the lighting effects blend. The additional advantage aside from the aesthetic appeal is the safety feature of LED daytime running [...]