Rear fog lights???

[XJSDriver]

Originally Posted by Familyman 90

Testing has shown thst inattentive drivers can mistake 2 fog lamps for brake lights, which causes panic braking and ensuing carnage, so the reason for having only one on cars sold in Europe is considered and deliberate.

That fact that it also saves a few pence is incidental, but doubtless still welcomed by the Volvo bean counters.

Hmmm - going to be interesting to see what a self driving car will decide to do in this type of situation!!

[Harley Dave]

It will already be keeping outside its safe stopping distance (i.e. further back) from the vehicle in front, irrespective of what lights are showing on that vehicle.

Cheers

Dave