Osram kicks off latest bulb check week
In anticipation of the clocks going back this weekend, automotive lighting specialist, Osram, has launched ‘Bulb Check Week’ (20th–26th October) after its success last year with the campaign.
With the clocks going back, the nights will begin earlier, and therefore headlights will be used a lot more, so it’s the perfect time for workshops and motor factors to be reminding drivers to check their bulbs.
Osram has been in the automotive industry for more than 110 years and has revealed its top tips in preparation for the clocks going back that factors and technicians can both pass onto their customers.
- Look at bulbs for dimming, flickering and any signs of wear and tear.
- Use the reflection in a shop window or a garage door to check the bulbs are functioning as they should be and balanced correctly, or ask someone to help look.
- If a bulb has blown or is not working correctly, be sure to only sell or change it with a premium quality bulbs that can be trusted. While it may be tempting to buy cheap/unknown brands, if they are not ECE approved they could cause glare on the road, blow a lot earlier than they should, frustrating customers, and potentially damaging your business reputation.
Osram also recommends changing both headlight bulbs when one blows, as the other one might be close to failing too. A car is designed so that it works best when both headlights are functioning equally. Only then will a driver get the full advantage of the combined headlight beam.
In addition, by replacing bulbs in pairs, it doubles the revenue for motor factors and workshops, which Osram says is an upselling opportunity not to be missed.