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Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

This feature turns on the headlights when a vehicle is being driven. Daytime running lights increase the ability of oncoming drivers to see your vehicle. This feature may not include tail lights or other exterior lights, so remember to turn on your headlights at dusk.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and www.safercar.gov

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