We are OPT7 The #1 leader in automotive lighting & design. OPT7’s origins all started in a small garage in California. The year is 1998 and Super Street and Import Tuner ruled the street. Back in 2006, our CEO and founder (Kevin) noticed that cars and trucks look stunning with aftermarket lights.

What is better HID or LED lights?

They are brighter and more efficient than LEDs, and are the optimal choice if you’re on a tight budget. However, many HID users eventually decide to switch to LEDs because they last longer and cost less over time. In short, HIDs are a great short-term solution.

What is hid in headlight?

High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights are what you’re typically looking at when you see blinding blue-white light from an oncoming car. They use high voltage to create an electrical arc between two poles separated by a tube of xenon gas, instead of making a filament glow like older headlights.