Pro's & Con's of LED Bulbs vs. Incandescent Bulbs for Turn Signals and Taillights

PRO'S

LED bulbs offer several advantages over incandescent bulbs for turn signals and taillights:

1. Brightness / Safety: LEDs are typically brighter, which can improve visibility and safety.

2. Energy efficiency: They consume less power, reducing strain on the vehicle's electrical system.

3. Longevity: LEDs last much longer than incandescent bulbs, often outlasting the vehicle itself.

4. Faster response time: LEDs illuminate almost instantly, while incandescent bulbs have a slight delay.

5. Durability: LEDs are more resistant to vibration and shock, making them less likely to fail due to road conditions.

6. Heat generation: LEDs produce less heat, which can be beneficial for the surrounding components.

CON'S

1. Compatibility: Some vehicles may require additional hardware or resistors to work properly with LEDs.

2. Originality: LED bulbs don't have the same appearance as the incandescent bulbs that were originally used which can be a factor for those who highly value originality.

3. Cold weather performance: Unlike incandescent bulbs, LEDs don't produce much heat, which can lead to snow and ice buildup in some climates.

AC Recommendation

We sell both High Performance Incandescent Bulb Kits and LED Bulb Kits. We highly recommend LED bulbs for or air-cooled Porsches as the Pro's solidity outweigh the Con's.