The very first phrase in the statement is important. "In the departments view"
This means that it is someones interpretation of the current legislation and whilst the route to that conclusion is perfectly logical, it is open to debate. It is unlikely (although not impossible) that you would be prosecuted. Even new cars with HID lights can be very bright in your mirror or coming towards you on a country lane, so for me it would be a risk worth taking as the pros outweigh the cons but as Matt says - It's your choice. >----Original Message---- >From: [email protected] >Date: 12/01/2009 10:17 >To: "Quantum Owners Group"<[email protected]> >Subj: [Quantum Owners] Re: HID headlight kit > > >Those of you considering such things may like to take note of the >following guidance released by the DfT: >http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/roadsafety/drs/hidheadlamps >Essentially confirming that the conversion of 'normal' headlights to >HID would be illegal. >(please don't all start saying ohh but who would know/check etc, If >you want the risk that's your choice) > >MattW >> > 50% off Norton Security 2009 - http://www.tiscali.co.uk/security ________________________________________________ --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
