Freightliner Trucks is making available custom-engineered LED headlamps for Cascadia models. Developed by Truck-Lite Co., the new headlamps will also be available as an aftermarket retrofit option on other models in traditional 7-in. round and 5×7-in. alternatives.
Truck-Lite LED headlamps were initially developed for military use. According to the company, the LED forward-lighting technology is designed with a more natural light spectrum, leading to improved object recognition at night and increased daytime visibility. The lamp’s LED beam pattern also reduces eye-strain for drivers and harsh headlight glare to oncoming traffic.
An additional benefit, the manufacturer notes, is a significant reduction in amperage draw on the vehicle’s electrical system, freeing up power for other uses and resulting in a 50-times longer lighting system life than conventional halogen technology.