October is Energy Awareness Month, an initiative established by former President George H.W. Bush in 1991 to raise awareness of the importance of energy and instill more sustainable practices to reduce consumption. You can honor Energy Awareness Month by instilling small changes, such as swapping your lights for LED lights in your tow truck, trailer, emergency vehicle, or boat. Learn more about how LED lights boost energy efficiency and as a result, can even help you save money on your utility bill or lessen the strain on your vehicle’s battery.
LED Lights Are Safer than Incandescent Lights
When compared to incandescent bulbs, LED lights pose less of a fire risk or burning hazard than standard lightbulbs. LED lights conserve energy and can stay cool to the touch. On the other hand, incandescent bulbs contain filaments that heat up and burn out. LEDs don’t produce heat in the form of infrared radiation. This can be a huge benefit to lighting heat-sensitive objects. For example, an LED spotlight is an excellent option for cherished items such as artwork that can be damaged by heat.
LED Lights Boost Energy Efficiency, Lowering Costs
LED lights boost energy efficiency by using much less energy than incandescent bulbs because they are a diode light instead of using filaments. As a result, LED lights are much more powerful and energy. LED lights use 75% less energy and are an excellent lighting solution to replace your existing lighting. And because they use less energy, you can save on your monthly utilities. If you are using an LED light bar for your tow truck, it will create less of a strain on your vehicle’s battery and it will not have to be replaced as often than filament lights bars.
LED Lights are Durable with Long Lifespans
LEDs have a much longer lifespan and can last at least 100,000 hours of operational time. They can even last 40 times longer than incandescent lights. As a result, you will buy fewer bulbs over time and save money long-term. Additionally, unlike traditional lights, LEDs do not require glass around them. Therefore, they are more durable and less likely to break or be damaged. That is why we recommend LED lights for your off-road adventures. The investment will last, and the light will not break, regardless of weather conditions.
LED Lights are Dimmable
LED lights can operate anywhere between 0% to 100% of their rated power. They are dimmable which means you have full control over the brightness of your LED lights. This valuable feature can be used to save on energy and money. They do require specific hardware. There are also an array of dimmable switches available.
Become More Energy Efficient with Custer
Custer has everything you need to honor Energy Awareness Month such as a wide variety of LED lights for tow trucks, trailers, and more. Contact us today so we can better assist you.
