Travelling in the Dark

[Lyle]

Not in the truck, but in the float, definitely yes. Having the internal light on reduces the dazzling effect of on-coming headlights.

 

[EQUIDAE]

Not in the truck, but in the float, definitely yes. Having the internal light on reduces the dazzling effect of on-coming headlights.

In the UK this is illegal. Check your own Highway Code too.

 

[stencilface]

We used a candle in a jam jar! You certainly had to be careful with those!

Now, we use some very effective solar powered lights both inside and outside the stables. I can't bear head torches, if there is any one else around, you can guarantee that they will be blinded by them.

You had jam jars, luxury! (ok I'll stop the yorkshireman sketch now )

 

[stencilface]

Not in the truck, but in the float, definitely yes. Having the internal light on reduces the dazzling effect of on-coming headlights.

I've seen floats in australia with no roof! having lights on is a minor issue

 

[Lyle]

In the UK this is illegal. Check your own Highway Code too.

Certainly NOT illegal in Australia, and very much the done thing. I also travel with the rear storm door/tarp down too.

I'm confused, as this post is asking if people do/don't, surely if it's illegal, then it's a no brainer really?

 

[Mike007]

In the UK this is illegal. Check your own Highway Code too.

So tell that to all the coach operators then !It is illegal to show a white light to the rear ,but it is not illegal to illuminate the interior of the vehicle.

 

[OwnedbyJoe]

Red lights in the float and also for a headlamp. Provides enough light for me to see what I'm doing, but doesn't blind the horses.