Auto Optics – Headlights and Tail Lights — Page 43

The “Car Lighting” section features vehicle-specific automotive optics: headlight assemblies, tail lights, fog lights and daytime running lights, turn signal repeaters, and headlight protectors. Each item is made for a specific body style and production years, so the product title always shows the car model and generation. Brands include GBT, 1234 Upgrade, GT Tuning, GPlast, Libao, EGR, and Omsa Line, plus selected genuine headlights.

What’s in this section

• Headlights — sets in original (OEM) styling, facelift and LED headlights, including options styled like a newer body version, for example V-class or Maybach design for Mercedes Vito W447.
• Tail lights — LED tail lights, facelift sets (LCI design for BMW 5 F10, GX-type for Prado 150), smoked Black and Dark versions, plus rear reflectors.
• Fog lights — direct-fit fog lamps for passenger cars and vans, some already supplied with an LED bulb, as well as DRL daytime running lights.
• Turn signal repeaters — fender side markers, mirror turn signals, and corner lamps.
• Headlight protectors — clear EGR Airplex polycarbonate covers that mount to factory points and take the hit from stones and road grime.

How to choose the right optics for your car

1. Select the make and model in the filter. Headlights and lamps are made to match the factory mounting geometry, so parts from a different body or another version won’t fit even if they look similar.
2. Match the years and version. For the same body style, there are often separate items for before and after a refresh — the years are listed in the title.
3. Check what exactly is LED. On some tail lights, only the brake and running lights are LED, while turn signals and reverse lights still use a standard bulb — this is stated in the specs. Those bulbs can be selected in the car bulbs section.
4. Pay attention to quantity. Most headlights and tail lights are sold as a 2-piece set: left and right are not interchangeable.

Genuine, OEM-style, or tuning

Genuine optics are produced under the automaker’s brand and cost significantly more than aftermarket options; in this section they are marked “Оригінал”, and used headlights are additionally labeled “Б.У.”. OEM-style means an aftermarket part that visually matches the factory optics. Facelift and tuning headlights change the vehicle’s appearance: you can install lights styled like a newer body version or choose a smoked finish. Aftermarket options vary in quality, and features like adaptive headlights that turn with the steering are not available for every model — always check the product description.

Installation and wiring

Vehicle-specific headlights and DRLs are typically plug-and-play, with no wiring modifications. If a vehicle is converted from xenon to LED headlights with adaptive lighting, an electronic decoder is used — it’s best to have the wiring done by an auto electrician experienced with LED optics. When swapping US tail lights for EU versions, most cars don’t require coding, but some models do. Replace tail lights in pairs: a new unit will differ from an old one in shade and brightness.

Popular models

The widest selection in this category is for SUVs and vans: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 car lighting, Land Cruiser 200, Range Rover L322, Nissan Patrol Y61, Mercedes G-class W463, and Mercedes Vito W447. To complete the look, also check headlight covers, headlight eyelids, and headlight polishes.

This description was prepared based on the analysis of over 1 million phone conversations between DD Tuning managers and customers, as well as the company’s knowledge base. We collected the questions customers ask most often and field-tested answers — this is not auto-generated text.