A
new site providing information on Xenon HID bulbs – including debunking common HID
myths – has been launched. Refit Ring has been launched by vehicle
lighting specialists Ring to give technicians and HID stockists all the
resources and information they need about replacing xenon HIDs.
Xenon
HIDs are fitted on around 10% of the UK car parc, yet there remains myths and
concerns around them in the aftermarket. With the new site, Ring wants to
provide the facts around how HID headlight systems work, how often HID bulbs
should be replaced, how to identify a quality bulb and the steps to take to
ensure safe fitting. Included is a fitting guide and step-by-step video
demonstrating the simple safety precautions needed.
Henry
Bisson, Marketing Manager at Ring, says, “The new site is all about helping the
aftermarket understand the opportunities from xenon HIDs. These bulbs are
widely fitted, but a lot of technicians are still unsure about the technology –
both the advantages and the maintenance around it, meaning some garages are
missing out on profit opportunity. The cost of a xenon HID replacement is
around £180, based on the high cost of the product, the more technical fit than
a standard bulb and the fact the xenon HIDs must be replaced in pairs. With
garages sending customers back to the main dealers for HID refits, they are
missing out.”
Crucially
for garages and drivers, xenon HIDs need to be replaced more frequently than is
widely known. The light emitted by HIDs decreases slowly over time – meaning
that bulbs may not be meeting the legal limits for light output, but because
they are still illuminating and emitting white light, drivers and technicians don’t
recognise that they need replacing. Ring recommends changing xenon HIDs every
three years to ensure the light output is safe and legal.
For more information, visit Refit Ring