5 Reasons Your Truck Needs A Light Bar

Amplify your truck’s style and light up the road ahead with an LED light bar.

If you’re a truck owner, you’ve probably been on one side of the light bar debate at some point. If you’re new to the joys of truck ownership, you might be surprised at the somewhat visceral reaction to the question of, “Should I or shouldn’t I?”

Light bars continue to grow in popularity as folks realize the practicality of them. Not to mention the newest versions can be relatively affordable and quick and easy to install without the need for professional help.

Today’s LED light bars are crazy bright and require much less power draw than their predecessors. They also work in more extreme temperatures and last far longer, making them the no-brainer choice if you’re looking to modify your truck. Oh, and did you know they can change colors? Yeah, buddy.

Still not completely convinced you need an LED light bar? We think you’ll find the following reasons far more compelling than the list your teenager gave you as to why he should be able to drive your ‘68 GTO to prom…

Nighttime Visibility

If you drive anywhere at night, there’s most definitely been a time when you tried navigating a pitch-black driveway or dirt road and wished hard for better visibility. If you frequently go off-roading, you know that darkness sets into the woods and trails far earlier than on the open road. Being able to see brush, branches, gulleys, and rocks will let you stay out later and have fun longer.

Even areas in town that lack illumination, like lonely side streets or questionable dark alleys, could benefit from the bright and far-reaching light of a light bar. So, if you find yourself driving all over hell’s half-acre past dusk, an LED light bar might be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.

Improved Safety

Along with improved nighttime visibility, an LED light bar will up the ante on the safety factor when taking your truck through lower-light areas. Being able to see deer along the side of the road at night or illuminating a broken-down vehicle on the shoulder could mean avoiding a costly and very damaging accident. Certain LED light bars even double as warning lights, alerting other motorists to obstacles in the road and helping divert traffic away from the scene of an emergency.

Not only do LED light bars throw a large amount of light on a scene, but they also cast it much farther and wider. That means, they illuminate way more area than your stock headlights ever could. However, while L-E-D can spell increased safety for you, that’s not the case for oncoming traffic. So, consider this your reminder that many light bars aren’t street-legal, and it’s important to double check state regulations prior to purchasing.

Off-Road Performance

As mentioned above, if you love taking your tuck off-road, this is where LED light bars really shine (get it??). Dark forests and complicated trails can be hours of fun, but they can also mean hours of frustration if you get stuck or hung-up on an obstacle or in a ditch. Installing an LED light bar lets you see a wider view of the surrounding potential stumbling blocks and hindrances that you constantly encounter while off-roading.

Since LED light bars are also far more durable than their predecessors, they’re well-suited for a variety of challenging off-road conditions. From the freezing and rugged northern terrain of Alaska to the scorching and arid deserts of Baja, today’s LED light bars are tough enough to survive dust, debris, moisture, and more.

Valuable Versatility

Modern LED light bars come in a variety of configurations to suit just about any need you can think of. Ranging in size from 5 inches to 50, you can mount multiple light bars on almost any surface at any angle your heart desires. No longer limited to just straight bars that are roof-mounted, you can choose from bumper-mounted, spot, flood, strobe beams, and more, giving you exponential options to maximize your outdoor illumination.

From a cost-benefit standpoint, LED light bars last far longer than their halogen or high-intensity discharge (HID) counterparts. Compared to old-school incandescent lights, LED bars are not only longer lasting, they’re dramatically brighter to boot. Add to that the fact that they’re super durable and ultra low-maintenance, and you’re practically obligated to get some.

Better Style

Arguably, one of the best reasons to get an LED light bar for your truck is that it just looks great. A quick internet search of the last SEMA show will give you a cornucopia of ideas on how to make your truck stand out and mirror your personality by mounting LED light bars in different sizes, shapes, and colors. There’s no denying the style points that LED light bars give any truck.

And ultimately, what better reason is there to buy an LED light bar than that you just want it?

Sponsored by TrailFX

The lighting segment is growing rapidly, and when any market sector expands, everybody wants a piece of the pie. That kind of crowding can make it difficult to find a quality product from a reputable brand. Besides, auxiliary lighting can be a tricky place to allocate hard-earned money. Spend too much on a light bar, and you could tap out your accessory budget. But skimp out, and you might be seeking a quick replacement or worse, correcting damage caused by cheap wiring.

With TrailFX, you can breathe easy. The company offers an extensive lineup of lighting accessories — including an impressive selection of LED light bars — that boast high-performance, long-lasting equipment at a price the big guys just can’t touch.

With many popular sizes including 50″, 30″, and smaller 10″, 7″, and 5″ options, TrailFX has a light bar solution to suit your needs. Engineered for work, play, and everyday life, they feature CREE bulbs, a durable polycarbonate lens, sturdy aluminum housing, a wiring harness, and all the bracketry and hardware necessary for installation.

Equip your roof, hood, and bumper with lighting all at a price less than what the expensive brands charge for a single bar — and all while having the peace of mind that your setup will be ready to go when and where you are, hour after hour, mile after mile.

To learn more about TrailFX LED lighting solutions, visit www.trailfx.com.