Help improve nighttime driving safety in Sweetwater by allowing non-flashing underglow and aftermarket vehicle lighting while keeping flashing lights illegal.

The Problem

Current vehicle lighting rules can be unclear when it comes to underglow and aftermarket lighting. This leads to:

Confusion for drivers

Inconsistent enforcement

Unnecessary traffic stops

At the same time, many roads and areas at night suffer from low visibility conditions, making it harder to see vehicles clearly.

The Solution

We are proposing a simple, easy-to-enforce rule:

✅ Allow all non-flashing aftermarket lighting (any color)

❌ Prohibit all flashing, strobing, or oscillating lights on public roads

Why This Improves Safety

Non-flashing lighting can:

Increase vehicle visibility at night

Help drivers better judge distance and position

Improve awareness in low-light environments

Lighting that shines beneath or around a vehicle makes it easier for others to:

See the vehicle sooner

React faster

Avoid potential collisions

Keeping It Safe and Clear

This proposal does NOT allow unsafe lighting.

It keeps strict rules in place:

No flashing lights

No strobe effects

No emergency-style lighting

Flashing lights are what create confusion with emergency vehicles — not steady lighting.

Why This Matters to Sweetwater

This change would:

Improve road safety for drivers and pedestrians

Provide clear, simple rules for law enforcement

Support responsible vehicle customization

Reduce unnecessary citations over unclear regulations

Our Message Is Simple

If it flashes — it’s illegal.

If it doesn’t — it’s allowed.

Call to Action

We ask the City of Sweetwater to:

Review this proposal

Place it on a council agenda

Adopt a clear ordinance allowing non-flashing aftermarket lighting

Sign This Petition

Show your support for:

Safer roads

Better visibility

Clear and fair rules

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