A burned-out third brake light might seem harmless, but ignoring it can lead to bigger problems than you think. Here's why fixing it quickly matters.

Q: Can I be stopped by law enforcement if the third brake light on the rear dash goes out and both brake lights still work? A: Yes you can. Brake lights are very important on any vehicle as they allow ...

If the third brake light is working, then the problem is not with the brake-pedal switch (or the third light would not work either). That the two lower brake lights stopped working together is also a ...

Can you please advise whether the below legislation is still current with regards to the third brake or high brake light? This would be for a vehicle that was first registered in 2010 . The 3rd ...

Question: I have questions about lights. For years cars and trucks have been made with a third/center stop light. I see many vehicles on which this light no longer is working. Is this legal? Also, ...

All modern cars are required, by law, to have two working brake lights. Technically, the third brake light must be tested. But if the MoT tester is unsure if it's connected then they should give the ...

The Center High Mounted Stop Lamp became required lighting equipment on new cars in 1986 and light trucks in 1994. Aerogondo Getty Images/iStockphoto Question: I have questions about lights. For years ...