# Adaptive Headlights Used To Be Illegal In The US - Here's Why

> Back in 2008, Audi introduced the R8, the first production car to feature LED headlight technology. In 2013, Audi also pioneered adaptive beam (ADB) headlights with the A8, and in 2014, BMW launched laser headlights as…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1937719/why-adaptive-headlights-illegal-in-unites-states-until-recently/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68a124881bef2cc873f8358b)
- **Published:** 2025-08-17
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #audi #bmw #headlights #adaptive #illegal #adopted #auto #automotive
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