Official from LTA - PHILIPS DV/CV = Illegal

[Shull]

just recieve the reply from LTA..took them almost 2 weeks to address my question..here goes

 

Dear Mr XXXX XXX XXX,

 

PHILIPS CRYSTAL VISION H4 BULBS

FEEDBACK NUMBER: XXXXXX

 

We refer to your enquiry of 10/06/2007.

 

We require all designs of vehicle lights to bear approved markings to show that they comply with international standards, such as those adopted in the European Union countries, Japan and the United States. The lights must also conform to their illuminated colour and intensity.

 

We have, in principle, no objection to the use of after-market light bulbs on vehicles so long as such bulbs comply with the above requirements and are suitable for use on the vehicle concerned.

 

We have been approached by Philips to evaluate some of their bulbs. We have no objection to the use of Philips Blue Vision, Silver Vision and Vision Plus bulbs as these models comply with ECE regulation and bear the ECE marking. However, for Philips Diamond Vision and Crystal Vision, we understand that these models do not comply with the internationally recognised standards and therefore do not permit the installation and use of such bulbs on vehicles.

 

With regards to the use of after-market light bulbs that are suitable for your vehicle, you would have to consult the local agents for the aftermarket light bulb models that comply with our requirements.

 

Please note that it is the responsibility of vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicle headlamps are properly aligned after replacing the bulbs so as not to cause glare and distraction to other road users; and that such bulbs do not exceed the wattage rating recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.

 

We hope the above clarifies. Should you require further clarifications, please do not hesitate to contact me at 6553 5444.

 

Thank you.

 

 

Yours sincerely,

 

 

 

(SIGNED IN LOTUS NOTES)

MR. XXX XXX XXX

SENIOR ENGINEERING OFFICER

VEHICLE ENGINEERING DIVISION

LAND TRANSPORT AUTHORITY

[Tony76]

can see tat the bulbs must bear approved markings n oso, COMPLY FOR USE OF UR CAR MODEL. typical

[Shull]

typical garment answer..

 

but the main point is bolded and in red..only 1 sentence..

[Tony76]

sg no own standard one lah...everything oso must follow EU, US n nippon...hiaz

[Hades]

they scared if they set their own standards, kena accident liao no one to blame on mah ...

[Tony76]

yahor..poor singaporeans

[Iceshelterx]

best way to protect back side mahz

[Chemz]

i suppose its time they revise their website, it explicitly says so long wattage does not exceed the car manufacturer's recommendation, it's legal.

[Rtth84]

for the government sectors, if no black and white say can, means cannot. very negative government i say.

[Kanchelsk]

CC EU policy: cover cacheng

BCC US policy: betta cover cacheng

[Dynaway]

wahha... if say yes any how.... then ppl get killed or injured then how????

 

who to blame????

 

jus like in the army...... the idiot on top scream at u to do something which u think is wrong... "THIS IS AN ORDER!!" will u do it????

[Vit4wd]

Generally, the streets in S'pore are very brightly lighted. I don't see the need for these after mkt light bulbs, which can be very bright and glaring for on coming traffic.

[Ah_tee]

i think if they do want to enforce

 

pple wif HIDs will die first

[Shull]

i usually go up north leh..in fact, im posting this from msia..

 

at night, you'll really appreciate the throw and brightness of aftermarket bulbs and HIDs..

[Xefera]

but wouldn't vision plus be good enough? that is probably the best light you can get to stay within the legal limits

 

unless the person is going for blue/white light

[Shull]

nv used VP before..so cant comment..but CV has at least a good 80-100% more throw than stock bulbs..the diff is obvious when you're side by side with another car on NSH..the difference is..WOW..

[Smurfy76]

wah .. was abt to buy the DV... until now..better think twice..

[EventH]

Any idea about Osram Silverstar or Cool Blue?