white mercedes benz cars. HID headlights are legal in alberta.

There has been much debate for years now on the safety and legality of HID bulbs for headlamps.

Some people swear by them, while many others can’t wait for the day they are outlawed.

Not only outlawed, but actually enforced.

In fact, a petition was started to nudge the Alberta government to take action on this matter. You can find the petition here.

The petition has ended, but there are some very interesting arguments and science to consider.

Are HID Headlights Legal In Alberta?

Yes, HID Headlights are legal in Alberta.

As long as there are no violations of the Traffic Safety Act Vehicle Equipment Regulation.

This also assumes they are being used and installed correctly and with the appropriate housing.

Read the Traffic Safety Act, Vehicle Equipment Regulation here.

The section that mostly applies to this discussion is Division 1: Headlamps sections 6(1) to 6(5).

Most issues with HID bulbs arise from using them incorrectly, such as using them in reflective housings and housings that are the wrong size.

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