Driving at Night in Later Life: Headlights, Dazzle and Seeing Clearly

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About Course

Many drivers find night driving harder as they get older, because of glare and changes in eyesight. This course explains the Highway Code rules on lights, how to cope with dazzle, and simple steps that make driving after dark safer.

This course gives general information about UK rules and official guidance as at October 2026. It is not legal, financial or medical advice. Rules can change and can differ between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, so always check the official sources listed. Tutwoo is not connected to or endorsed by any organisation mentioned.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Use sidelights, dipped headlights and main beam correctly
  • Cope safely when oncoming headlights dazzle you
  • Keep your windscreen, lights and glasses in the best condition for night driving
  • Know when to have your eyes tested and when to plan journeys in daylight instead

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • The rules on lights
  • Coping with dazzle
  • Eyesight, planning and knowing your limits

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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