Every driver has experienced that moment of realization cruising down a dimly lit road at night only to discover that their headlights haven't been turned on. This common occurrence is often attributed to the glare of streetlights, which can create a false sense of illumination.

In a recent TikTok sensation brought to us by the handle @driving4dummies, a brilliantly subtle method for alerting fellow roadsters about their headlights has surfaced.

@driving4dummies Kadang2 kita tak perasan untuk pasang lampu. Jom kita belajar cara nak tegur orang supaya dia pasang lampu dia! #roadsafety #malaysiandrivers #ethics #roadeducation Aesthetic - Tollan Kim

The video commences with a trailing car maintaining a safe following distance behind the vehicle ahead. Then, with precision, the driver of the trailing car taps their high beams twice a seemingly unobtrusive yet highly effective signal.

What follows is the real stroke of genius. The trailing car's headlights are momentarily switched off before being promptly reignited. This deliberate action serves as a discreet "message" to the leading driver, conveying that their own headlights are inadvertently off.

Should the initial "message" go unnoticed, as suggested by TikTok user @driving4dummies, a simple repetition of the same maneuver can further emphasize the point.

The succinct yet enlightening video has garnered an impressive 200,000 views and a plethora of responses from an engaged audience.

Many have admitted to occasionally succumbing to this all-too-human lapse in memory, only to realize their oversight once they've reached their intended destination.

In a world filled with hurried commutes and distractions, this easy-to-adopt technique stands as a testament to drivers looking out for one another. So, the next time you encounter a fellow road user who might benefit from a gentle nudge, keep this ingenious method in mind to promote a safer driving experience for everyone.