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Video: Are Your Headlights Properly Aligned?

CARS.COM — Do you know for sure that your headlights are aimed properly? If they illuminate only the street right in front of your car, they’re probably too low. If other drivers are flashing their high beams at you, they might be too high. In the video above, I offer tips to help you determine if your headlights need to be realigned.

Watch the video now or catch it Saturday morning on Cars.com’s weekly TV segment, “Driving Smart.” For local airtimes, check here.

Executive Editor
Joe Wiesenfelder

Former Executive Editor Joe Wiesenfelder, a Cars.com launch veteran, led the car evaluation effort. He owns a 1984 Mercedes 300D and a 2002 Mazda Miata SE.

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