On Wed, 02 Mar 2005 20:17:38 +0000, Daniel J. Stern wrote:

> They produce *less* and *bluer* light than standard bulbs, and have a
> shorter lifespan. The claim that "Whiter light helps you see better" has
> no factual basis, and "brighter" is being misused. ("Brighter" is like
> "Louder": It's a subjective term that doesn't mean you have more light or
> more sound, respectively).

Even if they DO help the driver see better, they don't help oncoming
traffic to see better. Getting hit with a set of those coming over a hill
with the high-beams on is like driving into the sun.