If an oncoming vehicle is using high-beam headlights, what should you do?

When encountering an oncoming vehicle using high-beam headlights, the best course of action is to look to the right edge of your lane until the car passes. This practice helps prevent temporary blindness caused by the bright lights, allowing you to maintain better control and awareness of the road.

High-beam headlights can significantly impair your night vision if you look directly at them. By focusing on the right edge, you can still navigate safely and avoid obstacles while waiting for the oncoming vehicle to pass. This technique is particularly effective as it helps you maintain your line of sight and orientation on the road.

Other choices, such as looking directly at the oncoming car, can compromise your safety by reducing your ability to see the road clearly. Turning on your own high beams can worsen the situation for both drivers, creating discomfort and potentially dangerous conditions. Pulling over might be excessive unless the situation requires it, and is not typically necessary in most cases.