New South Wales · Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) · Road rules

When must you switch from high beam to low beam?

The answer

  • Only in built-up areas
  • Within 200 m of an oncoming vehicle or a vehicle you're following Correct
  • Within 500 m of any vehicle
  • Only when the other driver flashes you

Why that's the answer

Dip your high beams whenever another vehicle is within 200 metres — oncoming or ahead of you.

Where this rule comes from

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