Honda Civic Headlights

The Honda Civic has been known for its affordability and reliability for over 40 years.  While Honda has long been known for its motorcycles, its cars did not gain much attention until the Civic was introduced in 1973. What made this line different was that it had the finish of a German automobile but at a much lower cost. These factors, along with Civic’s fuel efficiency, helped put the Japanese motor industry in the limelight.

The Honda Civic has undergone many facelifts over the years. Although each make model has its distinct look, it still bears the Civic trademark. Every Honda Civic comes with a pair of headlight, which plays a vital role in the vehicle’s lighting system. If you are looking for a replacement headlight for your Civic, here are some facts you need to know.

Headlights are typically installed in the front fascia of your vehicle. Sometimes called headlamps, its purpose is to illuminate the road ahead, especially when you are driving at night. Aside from illuminating the road, its bright beam also aids other drivers to see your truck, especially when traveling in low visibility conditions.

Headlights have a pretty interesting history. Did you know that the first headlights were introduced way back to the time of horse carriages and wagons? The earliest headlights were literally lamps lit using kerosene oil and installed in the front of carriages. Acetylene lamps were later introduced. However, oil such as acetylene and kerosene can freeze during the winter months which made this type of lamp inefficient. It was not long after that the concept of an electrically powered lamp was introduced.

Today, we have plenty of choice when it comes to choosing a headlight replacement for our vehicle. Whether you are replacing a busted headlight or looking for an upgrade, there are a lot of OEM replacement and aftermarket options for your truck’s headlights.

Halogen Headlights

Most Honda Civic models come with halogen headlights. In fact, models like the 2013 Honda Civic 5 Speed Manual LX trim comes with multi-reflector halogen headlights. What makes halogen headlights popular, is its affordability. These headlights use halogen gas mixed with tungsten-halogen filaments to generate light.

LED Headlights

LED headlights is a popular upgrade choice for cars because it is energy efficient. It uses the concept of light-emitting diode (LED) semiconductor to produce light. Aside from energy efficiency, it is also favored by many because it is easy to retrofit and upgrade. Some newer models of Honda Civic come with a pair of LED bulbs.

There have been ten generations of Honda Civic since its debut in 1973. To ensure that you are getting the most accurate fit for your Civic, input the correct year, make, and model into our website’s search engine.

The cost of a headlight replacement would greatly depend on the kind of bulb used. At an average, a typical OE replacement can cause around $100 to $500. Headlights can be sold individually, in pairs, or in kits.

Apart from getting a ticket, having a busted headlight is a safety risk for your vehicle. Dimming headlights can make it difficult to see oncoming traffic. It has been a rule of thumb to replace both bulbs at the same time because when one light bulb fades, the other one usually follows. It is best to have the pair both in good condition.

Although there are many self-help videos on how to replace headlights, it is best to contact your trusted mechanic to do it for you.