Abstract:
This thesis investigates the effect of headlight glare on driving Case on BahirDar to Gondar Road
in Ethiopia. The study aims to examine the frequency and severity of headlight glare experienced
by drivers, identify its impact on driving behavior and collisions, and explore potential solutions
to address this safety issue. Data was collected through a survey of 385 drivers, capturing
information on their experiences with headlight glare, the effects of glare on driving, causes of
collisions, and training in low-light driving and headlight adjustment. The findings reveal that a
majority of drivers (60%) experienced headlight glare, with temporary blindness being the most
common effect. Headlight glare was reported as a significant contributor to collisions by 40% of
participants. Moreover, most drivers (69.6%) had not received any formal training on low-light
driving or headlight adjustment.
The study highlights the need to reduce headlight glare on the BahirDar to Gondar Road and
suggests potential solutions such as better road lighting, driver education, and enforcement of
headlight regulations. The analysis of relationships between variables and demographic factors
provides insights into the effectiveness of different strategies to reduce headlight glare and improve
driving safety.
The study also conducts field data analysis, examining the impact of headlight glare on driving
performance by considering factors such as illumination levels, discomfort glare, and discomfort
glare rating among different vehicle types. The results underscore the variability of discomfort
glare levels influenced by factors such as vehicle type, distance, and angle. These findings
contribute to the existing knowledge on road safety and provide a basis for developing targeted
interventions to mitigate headlight glare effects. The study concludes by discussing the
implications for driving safety, suggesting potential solutions, highlighting limitations, and
recommending further research to address the gaps in knowledge.