The adoption of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 (FMVSS 108) has saved countless lives and prevented countless injuries. It has made it easier for drivers to see and be seen, and has given pedestrians greater confidence when crossing the street. It has also helped to reduce the number of traffic accidents involving vehicles with faulty lighting, signalling and reflective devices. Unfortunately, FMVSS 108 has a dark side. Despite the improved safety of vehicles with compliant lighting, signalling and reflective devices, many people are still killed and injured in traffic accidents each year. The tragic truth is that these deaths and injuries are often the result of drivers failing to abide by FMVSS 108. Drivers who fail to properly maintain their vehicle’s lighting, signalling and reflective devices may not realize the consequences of their actions until it is too late. Without the proper illumination, drivers may not be able to see other vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles in the road. This can lead to collisions and other dangerous situations. In addition, drivers who fail to maintain their vehicle’s signalling and reflective devices may not be seen by other drivers, leading to rear-end collisions and other accidents. The tragedy of traffic accidents caused by drivers failing to comply with FMVSS 108 is compounded by the fact that these accidents are often preventable. Drivers should be aware of the importance of properly maintaining their vehicle’s lighting, signalling and reflective devices, and should take the time to ensure that their vehicle is in compliance with FMVSS 108. The adoption of FMVSS 108 has undoubtedly saved countless lives and prevented countless injuries. However, the tragedy of traffic accidents caused by drivers failing to comply with FMVSS 108 is a sobering reminder of the importance of proper vehicle maintenance. Drivers must take responsibility for their actions and ensure that their vehicles are in compliance with FMVSS 108 in order to help reduce the number of traffic accidents and fatalities.