LED Driving Lights & Driving Light Bars

CHOOSE THE RIGHT DRIVING LIGHTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE

There are several different types of driving lights. You can choose whether you want round driving lights, LED bars/driving light bars, or driving light packages. If you need accessories for your driving lights such as wiring, bulbs, mounts/holders, or CAN bus decoders, you can also be sure to find what you need with us. There are three different light sources to choose from: LED, Xenon, and Halogen.

LED DRIVING LIGHTS

A beloved child has many names; LED light, LED lamp, LED driving light. Regardless, with your LED driving light, you can illuminate the road with several thousand lumens. The best driving lights provide a clear view of the road with their LEDs, regardless of weather conditions. Choosing LED lights for your car both broadens and extends the normal light pattern, providing a safer driving experience. Choose driving lights from our wide range with the features that suit you and your driving needs best.

XENON DRIVING LIGHTS

There are some differences between LED and Xenon lighting. The biggest difference is that they are built with different technologies, LED with diodes and Xenon with the noble gas Xenon. Practically, this results in some differences in light. Xenon driving lights have a longer ignition time than LED and, due to their technology, also have a shorter lifespan. But the big advantage of Xenon is its strong and white light. In our range, you will find all the accessories you might need, such as driving light relays for your Xenon lights.

HALOGEN LIGHTS

A Halogen driving light, like Xenon, is based on gas as opposed to diodes in LED lamps. If you have an old Halogen lamp in your vehicle, it might be beneficial to switch to a newer one. Changing the driving lights on your car can enhance your light intensity by up to 30%. Like Xenon, the Halogen lamp has a longer ignition time than LED, but the difference is that Halogen gives a warmer light while Xenon has a cooler light.

When choosing Halogen driving lights for your car, it is important to choose the right lamp for your vehicle. Halogen lamps are sensitive to overvoltages that can occur between the vehicle and the car, which in the worst case can halve the light’s lifespan. Overvoltages between Halogen lamps and the vehicle are most common, especially in colder temperatures. This is because the lamp needs more energy, and the pressure on the ignition becomes higher. Therefore, it is important to choose the right lamp to get the best results.

DRIVING LIGHT MOUNT

If you want to buy Xenon driving lights for your car, you can choose lights in different strengths and light temperatures/colors. The color of the light is indicated in Kelvin (K), and simply put, the higher the Kelvin, the whiter/bluer the color and tone. When you buy an driving light, you also need to buy an driving light mount. Some driving lights can be purchased in packages with mounts, but most mounts are bought separately. Regardless of which car model you have and which driving light you choose, we have mounts that fit for easy installation.

DRIVING LIGHT HOLDERS

With us, you will find several accessories for your driving lights and your LED bar. Whether it is round driving lights or driving light bars, we have the right one for you. We have driving light holders in different colors and models to best fit your car and installation. If you choose to buy several driving lights, you can buy light holders that are adapted for 2 or 3 lamps that you can neatly and easily attach to your vehicle. Most light holders are mounted behind the license plate, which gives a sleek result.

Before investing in driving lights for your car, van, or truck, you need to consider what you want from your driving light. If you want a discreet installation, a LED bar is a good choice. The advantage of embedding a LED bar in the front is that you do not risk blocking your vehicle’s front assist, parking aid, or collision warning. Round driving lights are still the most popular driving light. The advantage of round driving lights is that you can easily mount 2-3 in a row where the light output from them together becomes extremely good.

At Nordeye, you can always be sure to find the most current driving lights at the best prices on the market with fast deliveries and secure, easy payment with Klarna.

AT NORDEYE, YOU WILL FIND LED BAR KITS FOR SEVERAL DIFFERENT CAR MODELS:

• Fiat Ducato
• Ford
• Iveco Daily
• Land Rover
• MAN
• Mercedes
• Nissan
• RAM 1500
• Renault
• Toyota
• Volkswagen

IS LED DRIVING LIGHT THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOU?

Choosing a LED driving light is the obvious choice for many. LED has a short ignition time and gives you a clear light with good performance, quickly. It is a durable option that withstands most shocks and impacts, has a long lifespan, and is, in addition, the most energy-efficient option. In our range of LED driving lights, you can find the right LED lamp for your car. We have many models and designs that suit you and your vehicle. We have a large selection of round driving lights, LED bars, and accessories. The best driving lights can be found here from well-known suppliers such as Lazer, CAD, Flextra, BriodLights, Rigid Industries, and NBB.

WHAT TYPES OF DRIVING LIGHTS ARE THERE?

There are several different types of driving lights. You can choose whether you want round driving lights or LED bars, and these also come in different sizes and lengths. There are also different light sources in driving lights and LED bars, here you can choose between LED, Xenon, or Halogen. In addition to the light source, there are also today several variants of position lights and flashlights that are integrated into the driving lights. There are also driving light packages that are adapted for specific car brands to simplify installation.

HOW DOES DRIVING SAFETY GET AFFECTED BY DRIVING LIGHTS?

Sometimes you may feel that the car’s headlights are not enough and that you get worse visibility along the road. By complementing with a pair of driving lights or a LED bar, you increase visibility both along the road and roadside, which reduces the risk of, among other things, wildlife accidents and eye fatigue.

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF DRIVING LIGHTS?

The advantages of driving lights on your vehicle are that you increase visibility and reduce the risk of accidents. By choosing LED as the light source, you can be sure that the lights turn on quickly, have a long lifespan, and are energy-efficient compared to Xenon and Halogen.

WHAT DOES LUMEN MEAN?

Lumen essentially means light intensity, i.e., the total amount of light emitted from the light source in all directions. A regular light bulb has around 500 lumens, while an driving light has around 5000 lumens.

WHAT DOES LUX MEAN?

Unlike lumens, the LUX value indicates the light intensity within a certain specified area. With a so-called lux meter, you measure 1 lux in relation to the distance from the light source where 1m² is evenly illuminated to a light intensity of 1 lumen.

WHAT DOES WATT MEAN?

Watt is a measure of how much energy the light source consumes, i.e., its power. Nowadays, LED lamps are mainly used, which consume significantly less energy than traditional light sources and thus have a lower wattage.

WHAT DOES AMPERES (A) MEAN?

Electrical charges that move are called current and are measured in Amperes. For these to start moving, voltage is needed – volts.

WHAT DOES VOLT MEAN?

Voltage is needed for electrical charges (A) to start moving and generate current, which in turn makes a lamp light up. Remember to use 12 V or 24 V lamps for vehicles and devices intended for the respective voltage. A 12 V lamp risks breaking if used for 24 V, and a 24 V lamp is not strong enough at 12 V.

WHAT DOES KELVIN MEAN?

You have probably heard of, and maybe even experienced, that light can be cold or warm. There is always a certain amount of warmth and coldness in light. This is called color temperature and is indicated in Kelvin (K). Light with a high K value is perceived as cold – almost blue, while a low K value is perceived as warm and yellowish. Which K value is best for vehicle lighting is, of course, a matter of taste, but it is often said that 5000 K is optimal.

WHAT IS LED?

With its low power consumption, long lifespan, and high operational reliability, the LED lamp has quickly become the obvious choice for many when it comes to lighting. Aspects that also make the lamp a good environmental choice. The technology provides a natural color temperature, which is gentler on the eyes and thus provides a safer and more comfortable working environment and journey on the roads. LED lamps are also very resistant to vibrations and are virtually maintenance-free. The lamp lights up quickly and can handle large temperature differences.

WHAT IS HALOGEN?

The Halogen lamp consists of traditional light bulb technology where the supply of electrical energy starts to glow, and when the lamp is filled with halogen, the temperature rises, making the lamp emit a lot of light. The Halogen lamp is appreciated for its warm and pleasant light but is a poorer choice from an environmental perspective as it has a relatively short lifespan compared to Xenon and LED.

WHAT IS XENON?

The Xenon lamp has a glass bulb filled with Xenon gas, which gives an electrical discharge that in turn makes the lamp emit light. The Xenon lamp’s light is cooler and more realistic than, for example, the Halogen lamp. Compared to Halogen, Xenon is also less energy-consuming, generates less heat, and has better light flow and longer lifespan.

DRIVING LIGHTS WITH LED, HALOGEN, OR XENON LIGHT – WHICH SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?

Choosing an driving light in LED is today the obvious choice for many. The Halogen lamp is appreciated for its warm and pleasant light but is a poorer choice from an environmental perspective as it has a relatively short lifespan compared to Xenon and LED. The Xenon lamp’s light is cooler and more realistic than, for example, the Halogen lamp. Compared to Halogen, Xenon is also less energy-consuming, generates less heat, and has better light flow and longer lifespan.

LED, on the other hand, has a short ignition time and gives you a clear light with good performance, quickly. It is a durable option that withstands most shocks and impacts, has a long lifespan, and is, in addition, the most energy-efficient option. In our range of LED driving lights, you can find the right model and design that suits you and your vehicle best. We have a large selection of round driving lights, LED bars, and accessories. The best driving lights can be found here from well-known suppliers such as Lazer, Fldriving, BriodLights, Rigid Industries, and NBB.

WHAT LIGHT INTENSITY SHOULD I CHOOSE FOR MY DRIVING LIGHTS?

There are no rules or recommendations for how much an driving light should illuminate. It is your personal preferences as well as where in the country you live and which roads you usually drive on. If you want your driving light to illuminate as much as possible, you can determine the lamp’s capacity by two important things – namely lumens and lux.

At Nordeye, we recommend looking at the interaction between real lumens and lux to determine how strong an driving light illuminates. Real lumens essentially mean light intensity, i.e., the total amount of light emitted from the light source in all directions. A regular light bulb has around 500 lumens, while an driving light has around 5000 lumens. Unlike lumens, the LUX value indicates the light intensity within a certain specified area. With a so-called lux meter, you measure 1 lux in relation to the distance from the light source where 1m² is evenly illuminated to a light intensity of 1 lumen.

WHAT IS THEORETICAL/REAL LIGHT INTENSITY?

Sometimes you come across the terms theoretical and real lumens. But what is the difference? Well, theoretical lumens is a calculated measure, you simply add up the light intensity for each individual diode and calculate how much light the lamp emits in theory. Real lumens, on the other hand, is obtained by measuring how much light is emitted in practice and is therefore a more truthful measure. The difference between these measures is due to the fact that the electronics in the diodes and the lamp cause a lot of light to be lost when calculating the measure.

WHAT IS REFERENCE VALUE?

All approved driving lamps, like the vehicle’s regular high beams, must be marked with a reference value. The reference value is a value that indicates how strong the lighting is. According to the ECE regulation, high beams and driving lights together must not have a reference value that exceeds 100. It is said that the light becomes too strong and risks dazzling the surroundings. In Sweden and some other Nordic countries, we have an exception to this rule, which means that you do not break the law if the total reference value exceeds 100.

WHAT IS CANBUS?

Today’s vehicles are packed with technical devices. In most modern vehicles, there is a CAN bus system that functions as a communication center whose task is to manage communication between all technical devices and notify you as a driver if any of these systems have stopped working.

WHICH DRIVING LIGHTS ARE THE BEST?

Which driving lights are the best is a matter of taste and also depends on the area of use. At Nordeye, we offer a wide range of driving lighting with different features. Take a look at our brand and product descriptions to get an idea of what you need. Start by identifying your area of use and how you want the light to behave. Do you need an driving light with a long range, or do you need more intense focused lighting on a specific area? We have something for everyone.

SHOULD I CHOOSE ROUND DRIVING LIGHTS OR LED BAR?

There is no right or wrong answer here; what you prefer is highly personal. Some think it looks better with several round driving lights in a row, while others prefer a discreet LED bar. Functionally, there are some things that distinguish them. With round driving lights, you often get more and stronger light if that is what you are looking for.

In addition, you can combine lamps with different light patterns to create a light beam that suits you. The LED bar, on the other hand, can be perceived as easier to install, while blending into the front of the car in a discreet way. It also does not interfere with the car’s built-in sensors to the same extent because it simply takes up less space than round driving lights.

WHAT MARKINGS DO MY DRIVING LIGHTS NEED TO HAVE?

It’s best to take a look at the driving light’s markings before deciding which lighting to buy. Driving lights must withstand both cold and heat, dust and precipitation, while also being compatible with your vehicle when it comes to electronics. Therefore, make sure that your lighting has markings that ensure it meets your requirements and wishes. The IP marking tells how dust- and water-resistant the lamp is, EMC is a marking that minimizes the risk of encountering interference and operational problems with the lamp connected.

A RoHS marking means that the use of certain hazardous heavy metals and flame retardants has been limited or prohibited in the product. For electronic equipment to be sold on the Swedish market, it must be CE marked. This marking guarantees that the product meets basic requirements regarding, among other things, health, safety, function, and environment.

HOW STRONG DRIVING LIGHTS ARE ALLOWED?

You may have come across the term reference value in lighting contexts? The reference value is a value given to driving lights and high beams, and the sum of these values must not exceed 100 according to the ECE regulation. The higher the value, the stronger the light. On all E-approved lamps, the reference value is on the lamp’s glass. In Sweden, however, we have an exception to this rule, which means that it is not the total sum that counts, but it is the regular high beams’ reference value that must not exceed 100. So, in principle, there is no limit to how strong driving lights you can have as long as you are within Sweden’s borders.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SPOT, FLOOD, AND COMBO LIGHT PATTERNS?

The most common light patterns on round driving lights are Spot, Flood, and Combo. With the spot light pattern – or pencil as it is also called – the light beam is centered far and straight ahead. Flood does not extend as far forward, but the light flows out to each side so that you get a wider light field with focus closest to the vehicle. Combo is, as the name suggests, a combination of spot and flood where the beam is longest in the middle and wider on the sides. Often, three or more round driving lights are mounted on the vehicle, and it is common to choose a spot lamp in the middle and two floods on each side.

WHICH LIGHT PATTERN SUITS WHICH TYPE OF ROADS?

In most cases, you are looking for a combination of the lamp illuminating both far and wide, regardless of the type of roads you are talking about. Wide to get a clear view along the roadside and to avoid obstacles along the roads, and far to get an overview of the terrain. At Nordeye, we want to highlight the light pattern “driving beam/combo” because with this, you can be sure that you get a lamp that illuminates both far and wide.

ARE THERE DIFFERENT PLACES TO MOUNT AND DIFFERENT PLACES TO ATTACH DRIVING LIGHTS?

Yes, there are several different options for mounting driving lights. Here, it is usually your vehicle that determines the conditions for where it is suitable to mount the driving light. In most newer cars, there are sensors in the front that you preferably do not want to cover with driving lights, then it may be suitable to have 2 driving lights on each side in the front, or a LED bar that is mounted a bit below. If you have an older car, the possibilities are usually more as you do not need to consider sensors. On trucks, you can usually choose to mount on the roof or in the front. Are you unsure where you can mount driving lights on your vehicle? Write to us and we will guide you.

HOW QUICKLY IS FULL LIGHT INTENSITY REACHED WITH LED, XENON, AND HALOGEN?

LED has an instant startup. Xenon takes about 10 seconds before full ignition is achieved. Halogen lamps light up immediately.

HOW LONG IS THE LIFESPAN OF DRIVING LIGHTS?

It varies depending on, among other things, quality and light source. LED driving lights generally have a lifespan of 30,000 hours, which is significantly better than Halogen, which has an average of 400 hours, and Xenon 2500 hours.

WHICH BRANDS OF DRIVING LIGHTS DOES NORDEYE SELL?

At Nordeye, we offer a range of products from several well-known brands such as NBB, BriodLights, Lazer, CAD, Rigid, ECCO, Gylle, Hella, Osram, Vignal, Tyri, 911 Signal, ABL and Trucklite.

How to Connect Driving Lights to Your Vehicle’s Regular Lights

To connect the driving lights to the vehicle’s high beam function, use the relay cable kit’s high beam cable. Connect the various cables using a wire tap, which usually comes with the relay cable kit. The red cable (positive pole) is typically connected to the vehicle’s battery. The black cable (negative pole) is connected to the vehicle’s fuse box or ground cable. The blue cable is connected to the high beam function.

Where to Mount Driving Lights

There are several places and methods to mount your driving lights. For light bars, you can mount them above or below the license plate, but you can also attach driving lights directly to the chassis or the roof using roof mounts. Round driving lights are usually mounted above the license plate. However, if you mount round driving lights, ensure they do not block the vehicle’s front assist. If you have a newer vehicle, it likely has front assist, and the solution might be to place two round driving lights on the sides and embed a light bar in the middle.

Do You Have Roof-Mounted Driving Lights?

Nordeye offers roof mounting kits for selected vehicle models: Defender, Hilux, and Ford Ranger.

Do You Have Driving Lights for Tractors, Transport Vehicles, Passenger Cars, Trucks, Mopeds, Motorhomes, and Electric Cars?

Nordeye offers driving lights for all types of vehicles.

What Laws and Regulations Exist Regarding Driving Lights for Vehicles?

The laws and regulations regarding the installation of driving lights on vehicles are as follows:

• All vehicle lighting, including driving lights, must be E-marked since January 1, 2005. If driving lights were installed and put into use before January 1, 2005, the requirement does not apply.
• High beam headlights must be adjustable.
• High beam headlights must be connected to the vehicle’s electrical system so that they immediately turn off when switching from high beam to low beam.

How Do Driving Lights and Relays Work?

To avoid significant voltage drops, it is a good idea to use a relay when installing driving lights. A relay can be simply explained as an “electrically operated switch” that allows you to control a large amount of working current needed to light up the driving lights using a signal from inside the vehicle’s cabin. The best part about using a relay is that you avoid running thick power cables unnecessarily long distances. Another advantage of relays is that they are quick and easy to replace.

How Quickly Do LED, Xenon, and Halogen Lights Reach Full Brightness?

Halogen lamps often have a relatively instantaneous startup to 100% power. Xenon HID cannot achieve this speed due to technical reasons. At the moment of ignition, an “explosion” occurs, igniting the noble gas in the xenon lamp with high voltage around 23,000V, after which the gas “burns up” to full power. Hence the name gas discharge lamp. A xenon lamp lights up immediately and then gradually reaches full power.

How to Install Driving Lights

With this installation guide, we hope to inspire and help you to easily and safely install your driving lighting. Start by ensuring you have the right lighting, mount, and relay cable kit. At Nordeye, we have a wide range of products that will surely meet your needs.

The following instructions exemplify the installation of our driving light wiring connected to the vehicle’s electrical system.

1. Remove the License Plate

Start by removing both the license plate and the plastic plate by loosening the screws attached to the bumper. This is done to facilitate the process of getting the mount in place. In cases where a light bar is to be installed on the top side of the license plate, a number plate holder is usually relevant. This is also a reason why the license plate and plastic plate are removed.

2. Install the Mount

Ensure that the driving light mount fits. If you encounter problems, you can adapt it by drilling new holes and shaping the mount to fit the bumper by bending it slightly according to the bumper’s shape. This will facilitate the installation in the following steps. Then screw the driving light mount in place. It is important to use driving supporting screws to ensure it is securely fastened. You can now also reattach the plastic and license plates.

3. Mount the Driving Lights or Light Bar

Mount the driving lights or light bar on the mount using the screws and nuts provided. A tip is to tighten the screws gradually as they may need to be adjusted later.

4. Route the Driving Light Cables Through the Grill

In this step, prepare to connect the power to your driving lights. Usually, you should be able to route the cables through the grill without problems, but this can vary from vehicle to vehicle. If problems arise, it is usually because the cables are too short, and you may need to splice the cable.

5. Splice the Cable

Start by cutting the cable so that the red cable is slightly longer than the black one. Then cut the other cable in the opposite way. Cut the positive and negative cables so that the splice is offset. Finally, place the splice in a cable channel to avoid short circuits since the splices are offset.

6. Connect the Power

Start by removing the fuse in the fuse holder on the positive cable. After connecting the power, reinsert the fuse. The fuse protects against overload and incorrectly connected driving lights, so you will quickly notice if something is wrong.

Now connect the power to your driving light by connecting the cable kit’s negative source to the vehicle’s negative pole. If there is no fuse box, you can connect the negative pole to the vehicle’s chassis or ground cable. Connect the cable kit’s positive source to the positive pole in the vehicle’s fuse box or battery.

Be careful not to get a shock during the work. If you want to connect the driving light to the vehicle’s high beam function, do this with the relay cable kit’s high beam cable. Connect the various cables using a wire tap, which usually comes with the relay cable kit. The red cable (positive pole) is typically connected to the vehicle’s battery. The black cable (negative pole) is connected to the vehicle’s fuse box or ground cable. The blue cable is connected to the high beam function.

7. Test Your Driving Lights

Finish by testing the driving lights to ensure they work and adjust them as desired.

8. Drive Carefully…

…and visit us at Nordeye if you want to buy quality and affordable lights for your vehicle!