Chinese drivers exhibit a distinct lack of understanding regarding the proper use of headlights. It's common practice for them to leave their lights off until complete darkness, at which point they activate their bright beams. This tendency extends to conditions such as rain, fog, snow, and twilight, where using headlights is largely ignored. This behavior often leads to frustration among drivers when others use their headlights in these situations.

Interestingly, while tailgating and passing on the right seem to be accepted driving habits, using headlights inappropriately is a major annoyance. If a driver turns on their headlights during a rainstorm, the common response from others is to flash their high beams in irritation. This highlights a unique aspect of driving culture in China, where certain road behaviors are tolerated, but the misuse of headlights is met with clear disapproval.