Osram Car Bulbs (Halogen, LED & Xenon)

Osram car bulbs are the most high-quality and popular lamps on the market. Osram produces Halogen, LED and Xenon lamps for cars, which have excellent brightness indicators, have high quality and service life. That is why Osram car lamps are the most popular bulbs among car owners.

Do you want to replace your old car bulbs with new Osram bulbs? You’ve made the right choice. In this article, we will tell you which Osram bulbs are the best to choose and what to look for when choosing a quality bulb for your car.

The Best Osram Car bulbs

OSRAM LEDriving series

With a color temperature of 6,000 K and a very compact design, the OSRAM LEDriving HL retrofits provide an easy solution to upgrade car headlights with cool white LED light – providing a stylish look as well as superior brightness. With the latest LED technology and very compact design, these new lamps allow high compatibility and an easy installation for an even wider range of car models. LEDriving HL lamps are 12 V and 24 V compatible. The pair of lamps comes with a 5-year OSRAM guarantee and with long service life.

The Brightest Osram Bulbs

Types of headlights

The basic rule of choosing headlight bulbs involves knowing the three basic types of bulbs and understanding which one is best for your particular vehicle. Note that each vehicle comes with its own type of headlight. There are three basic types: Xenon/HID , halogen and LED. The vast majority of cars arrive in the showroom with halogen headlights, while many new high-end cars have LED headlights.

• Xenon/HID uses gas (more specifically, gaseous xenon) instead of the old-fashioned filament, which becomes bright when heated. HIDs last much longer, have lower operating temperatures, and tend to shine much brighter than halogens. If you want to install HIDs on your car, you’ll probably need a professional to do the job, and be prepared for a higher price than standard halogen headlights.
• Traditional headlights are not as bright as halogen headlights, which use a filament system heated in a confined atmosphere of gaseous halogen to produce a very bright beam of light.
• LEDs do not consume as much electricity as halogens and therefore operate at much lower temperatures. These new types of headlights last much longer than halogen headlights and provide a nice, bright, even beam of light that is wider and brighter than other types of headlights.

Halogen headlights

Halogen headlights have been the standard for cars for years, but now they are competing with LED headlights. These are incandescent bulbs with a tungsten filament inside the halogen bulb. When an electric current passes through the filament, it heats up and emits light. Halogen headlights have a dose of halogen gas instead of the argon gas found in conventional incandescent bulbs. They burn brighter than conventional incandescent bulbs and also last longer. You can tell halogen bulbs in your car by the yellow color.

Pros:

• Replacing halogen bulbs is less expensive than replacing LED bulbs.
• Replacing halogen bulbs is a simpler process than replacing LED bulbs.
• The yellow light is softer and does not dazzle other drivers on the road.
• They are brighter than regular incandescent bulbs.
• They last longer than regular incandescent bulbs.

Cons:

• Halogen bulbs heat up quickly and require more energy than LED bulbs, making them less energy efficient.
• Halogen headlight bulbs do not last as long as LED bulbs.
• Halogen bulbs are not as bright as LED bulbs.

LED headlights

The automotive industry uses light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in headlights, and their use is becoming more common in new cars as they become more popular. Compared to conventional incandescent bulbs, LEDs are about 90 percent more efficient, and because they emit less heat, they offer superior durability.

Pros:

• LED bulbs use less energy than halogen and discharge headlights because they heat up less and use less energy from the car’s electrical system.
• LED headlight bulbs provide superior durability because they are energy efficient and last longer than most bulbs on the market.
• LED headlights have a brighter light because they emit white light instead of the yellow light created by halogen bulbs. LED bulbs have a light output of 3,000 to 4,000 lumens, while halogen bulbs have 1,000 to 1,500 lumens.
• LED headlights to illuminate the roadway with a large light spot, so it’s easier for you to get a better idea of where you’re going and what’s around you. Halogen headlights, on the other hand, direct a small beam of yellowish light directly in front of your car.
• LED lights are small and can be used in swag, giving vehicle designers more options and creativity when designing the look of the headlights.

Cons:

• The very bright light emitted by LED lights can be harmful to the eyes of other motorists during nighttime driving. Many motorists mistakenly think the oncoming car’s high beam is on, but these are just the car’s LED lights.
• LED headlights are more expensive and more difficult to repair or replace. Drivers may need a mechanic to help with the replacement or repair instead of doing it themselves at home.

Xenon HID headlights

Cons:

• Xenon light is 100 times brighter than halogen
• Xenon can last 10 times longer than halogen
• Xenon gives a cleaner, clearer light than a halogen bulb.
• Xenon light is whiter, bluer, while halogen light is more yellowish.
• Xenon headlights give more light/less heat
• At night, a Xenon HID headlight emits a beam of light that projects farther forward and better illuminates the roadside. Remember, the better you can see, the more time you have to react.

Pros:

• The biggest disadvantage of gas discharge lamps is their high cost.

But even though their price is dropping, they may soon be supplanted by widely available and less expensive LED devices.

OSRAM NIGHT BREAKER series

A clear field of vision and high visibility can significantly enhance your ability to drive at night. With 200 % more brightness1 to guide your way, the new NIGHT BREAKER 200 is by far the brightest halogen headlight in our portfolio.
This powerful lamp delivers premium performance in any situation. With up to 20 % whiter light1 and a far-reaching beam, you’ll always have a commanding view of the road for up to 150 meters – enabling you to react to signs and obstacles sooner. It combines high-intensity output with a low glare so that other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians can easily see you coming a long way in advance.

OSRAM COOL BLUE INTENSE series

Discover COOL BLUE INTENSE – high-tech halogen lamps, almost in the league of xenon lamps. With its powerful and bright bluish-white light up to 4,200 Kelvin, whose cool beam makes it look very like a xenon lamp, it gives real design fans their money’s worth. The automotive lamp also provides a high-contrast light similar to daylight, which makes it easier on the eyes than the light from standard lamps. In comparison to standard halogen lamps, the OSRAM COOL BLUE INTENSE range is up to 20% more brightness! The modern design with silver cap (H4/H7/H11/HB4) is ideal for use in clear-glass headlights.

OSRAM COOL BLUE BOOST series

COOL BLUE BOOST features hyper white halogen light for LED look and high color temperatures of up to 5,500 K. The lamps generate enhanced brightness. Several countries do not allow sale and use of these products.

OSRAM ULTRA LIFE series

OSRAM ULTRA LIFE automotive lamps are a favorite when it comes to durability. They have an impressive lifespan up to four times longer compared to standard halogen lamps and last up to 100,000 km (with an average annual mileage of 14,259 km and 60% light on).

What to consider when choosing car headlights

Consider the following details to strike a balance between looks and practicality to make the right choice.

Timing

The lifespan of your car headlights is an important factor. This is because if they are durable, there is no need to replace them on a frequent basis.

You should also consider whether the bulbs are easy to install yourself or require the help of a professional. Choosing a customer-friendly option can save you a lot of hassle.

Brightness

You may find it instructive to learn that bright lights can improve visibility on the road by more than 50 percent. However, brighter lights tend to cost more. What’s more, they are functional for a limited lifespan because they work harder to reflect intense light.

Whiteness

High-intensity light sources that emit white light will help you spot signs faster. They are also considered safer than their counterparts. Premium cars are known to have white headlights. If you prefer these lights, you don’t need to dive into a premium car to get them.

Warranty

The warranty period varies from one manufacturer to another. You may find that manufacturers often provide warranties of 2 or 3 years. Warranties are important because they protect your purchase and show the brand’s confidence in its products.

LED headlights are available in 4 colors

The color temperatures of LED bulbs are measured on the Kelvin scale. Below are the four-color temperatures with their Kelvin rating:

• Warm White – WW 2700-3200 Kelvin.
• Natural White – NW 4000-4500 Kelvin
• Daylight white – NW 5000-5500 Kelvin
• Cool White – NW 6500-7500 Kelvin

(Warmer LEDs have yellow tones, while cooler LEDs have blue tones)

Some car bulbs, such as halogen bulbs, are primarily designed to improve visibility at night. Other bulbs, such as LED bulbs, are becoming the norm and provide many of the same benefits as halogen bulbs, but with the addition of more focus. Another light bulb option is xenon headlights, which are a good option if you frequently travel on dark roads. Some people also choose to upgrade their car’s interior lighting.

Reasons to upgrade your headlights

Better lighting is much more than just a crisp and beautiful ride. Here are a few reasons why people upgrade their car’s headlights:

• The car’s original headlights were substandard factory bulbs that weren’t very bright.
• The beams became uneven and wobbly due to heavy impact and excessive off-road driving.
• The new bulbs are reasonably priced and last a long time for maximum value.
• LED and discharge lights are better than halogen lights and make it easier to see other vehicles and the road at night.
• New headlights mean less strain on the eyes because the clear, crisp beams produce even beams that don’t force the human eye to work as hard to see the road and other vehicles.
• Replacing headlights is a relatively simple do-it-yourself project, meaning you don’t have to be a “motorist.”
• A new pair of headlights will beautify any car, no matter how old it is

When is it best to change headlights?

Always ask your mechanic to check your headlights when you service your car. This is one way to stay on top of your situation. Also, if you ever notice dimming or “fluttering” of the beams, get new bulbs as soon as possible. Don’t drive in the dark if you suspect your headlights are out of order.

Always replace bulbs in pairs so that the beams are equally tuned in direction and strength.

Don’t skimp when your safety is on the line! If you have separate high and low beam headlights on each side, replace all four when one fails.

Headlights are an important piece of equipment to keep your car safe and are just as important to your health as airbags, brakes and all the other potentially life-saving features you rely on every time you get behind the wheel and sit behind the wheel.