Posted on 8/29/2025
Taillights may not seem important, but they are needed for road safety. They let other drivers know where your vehicle is in low light, fog, or heavy rain. Brake lights built into the taillight assembly also signal when you are slowing down or stopping. When taillights stop working, it can put you at risk of being rear-ended and can also lead to traffic citations. At Portland Automotive in Portland, CT, technicians often see drivers come in with lighting problems that could have been prevented with timely maintenance. Burned-Out Bulbs The simplest and most common reason taillights fail is a burned-out bulb. Like any other light, taillight bulbs have a limited lifespan. Over time, the filament inside can break, leaving you with one or more non-functioning lights. In many cars, it’s easy to check this by turning on the lights and inspecting the rear of the vehicle, or asking someone else to press the brake pedal while you look. Replacing a bulb is relatively inex ... read more