Hot Wires Are So 1801.

This is great news. The Audi R8 and the Lexus LS will be produced with LED headlights. Benefits include reduced power consumption, small size and durability (we're talking longer than the life of the vehicle). Oh and don't forget, LEDs are faster than current incandescent lights. If you see a brake light a quarter of a second earlier at 60 mph you have 22 more feet to decide what to do. (I could say a million times faster, I won't though cause that seems sensational) But I digress, we're talking about LED headlights. Why should you care if your headlights are more efficient? Its not like the alternator in your car is struggling. Ah, but what about that glorious day when your entire car is electric and you'll get more mileage off a single charge? I like to see current improvements that will have even better applications in the future, there's just something smart about planing ahead.

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