Virginia law requires vehicles to display headlights from sunset to sunrise and during poor visibility conditions. The law limits the number of general illumination lights to four (or five for motorcycles) unless warning lights are used. Vehicles responding to emergencies or involved in highway work must display warning lights at all times.
Headlights must be used from sunset to sunrise and during any conditions with reduced visibility, such as fog, rain, or snow, that impair visibility to 500 feet.
A vehicle can have up to four auxiliary lights, including headlights, fog lights, or other approved lights, with motorcycles allowed up to five.
Yes, vehicles responding to emergencies, incidents, or performing highway work must display warning lights at all times.
Warning lights are only authorized for specific situations like emergencies, highway maintenance, or rescue operations as outlined in the law.