Why do drivers flash their high beams at you?

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asked Nov 4, 2017 in Other-Cars/Transportation by Dharm (250 points)
Why do drivers flash their high beams at you?

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answered Nov 4, 2017 by Shawn (105,070 points)
Flashing high beams at other drivers is usually being done to warn other drivers of hazards on the road.

It can also be used to say thanks to another driver for doing something courteous.

It's a way of talking to each other on the road.

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