Switching from PH16W halogen bulbs to LED ones for your reverse lights is one of the most popular small DIY upgrades, and it's not just a matter of aesthetics.

Here are the main reasons why this change is worth it:

1. Visibility and Safety

The standard PH16W bulbs are often considered the "weak point" of many rear lights.

• Brighter light: The LED produces a significantly higher luminous flux, allowing you to better see obstacles (walls, posts or pedestrians) during night-time maneuvers.

• Rear View Camera Quality: If your car has a rear view camera, the LED light eliminates that yellowish, grainy effect, making the image on the screen much sharper and clearer.

2. Immediacy of Ignition

Unlike halogens, which take a fraction of a second to warm up and reach full brightness, LEDs are instantaneous .

• This immediately communicates your intention to maneuver to other drivers, increasing responsive safety.

3. Modern Aesthetics

Let's face it: the yellowish light from halogens makes the car look "old".

• The LED offers an ice-white light (approximately 6000K) that perfectly matches modern headlights or existing LED details on the bodywork, giving the vehicle a more premium look.

4. Duration and Consumption

• Longevity: A quality LED can last as long as the car itself, while halogen PH16Ws are prone to burning out due to vibration and on/off cycling.

• Efficiency: LEDs consume around 80% less energy, heating the plastic reflector of the headlight much less (preventing it from darkening over time).