Parking lights are low-intensity lights located at the front and rear of a vehicle. They are designed to increase the visibility of a stationary vehicle, particularly during periods of low ambient light. An example of appropriate application is when a vehicle is temporarily stopped on the side of a dimly lit road.
The employment of these lights can significantly enhance road safety by making a parked or stationary vehicle more readily apparent to other drivers. This heightened visibility can help prevent collisions, especially in situations where street lighting is inadequate or visibility is reduced due to weather conditions. Historically, these lights provided a basic visual marker prior to the widespread adoption of more powerful headlamps.