Let's not forget they are also sidemarker lights in addition to being
reflectors. I'm guessing the red rear/amber front
helps one determine which direction vehicle is travelling when view from the
side.

BenT
On Wed, Oct 8, 2008 at 11:24 AM, Jeff <vw.doka@gmail.com> wrote:

> Federal requirement, and for once, I actually agree with it. Increases
> side visibility at night. Europe has adopted this standard as well,
> but Mfgs now use wrap-around tail lights to meet the requirement.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Jeff (currently exiled in Indianapolis)
>