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By means of a sensor that measures outside brightness
The automatic lighting activation system in vehicles works by means of a sensor that measures outside brightness. This sensor is designed to detect ambient light conditions and, based on them, automatically control the switching on and off of the vehicle's lights.
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By means of a sensor that measures outside brightness
By means of a sensor that measures inside brightness
By means of a computer that analyses the time of day and the season of the year
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