There was a time when the idea of purchasing any aftermarket product (from Xenon kits to stereos), was considered a manifestation of materialism. Purely for the enjoyment of the vehicle’s owner, many people have long been interested in tweaking and adjusting the various aspects of a vehicle’s performance. But for the first time, even the most inexperienced vehicle owners are beginning to notice an aftermarket improvement for its inherent value. HID headlights, or Xenon kits, offer a wide range of benefits that appeal to nearly every car and truck owner on the planet.
First, there is the matter of performance. Although it is a somewhat complicated process, the basics boil down to this: a small chamber of Xenon gas is used in the place of standard metal filament, providing far less resistance and allowing for greater illumination. This means a longer lasting bulb, leaving the end purchaser with a product that produces more light with a long life.
Improved light output means that the road ahead is lit up to a greater distance, increasing the reaction time to oncoming traffic, wildlife, or any other obstacles on the road (i.e. more time to react means far less likelihood of a collision). And this goes both ways. Oncoming vehicles will also see a vehicle’s HID lights from a greater distance, also allowing them more time to react.
With a quick and simple installation process, most people can even install their new Xenon kits at home, without the requirement of any special tools—in less than an hour. Easy installation has proven to be one of the main driving factors in the recent success of HID kits, as people really enjoy the process of making simple vehicular improvements on their own.
When it all boils down, there are very few products out there that have the universal appeal of Xenon kits. Every driver deserves to be as safe as possible on the road, and every bank account would benefit from having a few more dollars in it. When you also factor in the ease of installation and satisfaction of a job well done, it is no wonder that halogen headlights are quickly becoming a thing of the past.