By Clarissa Allison | January 13th, 2017

Homeowners have always wanted to bring another time to life. Many of us want our homes to feel like a peaceful getaway echoing a country retreat, or to act as a transport to a different (note: picturesque) period of time. Unlike many design trends, the New Farmhouse style marries both of these desires and blends them smoothly. New Farmhouse doesn’t boast the same masculinity as straightforward Neo-Industrial nor is it a predictably dated Shabby Chic look, although some elements can cross-over. Finding the right items to achieve this scheme can be confusing, so we’ve compiled a few recommendations for the ideal lighting fixtures to complement your new design project.

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Make sure that the voltage of your LED light is compatible with the truck’s operating voltage. For example, you wouldn’t want to use a 6-volt light with a 12-volt system. That bulb will burn out very quickly. Or say you use a 24-volt light on a 12-volt truck—if you get any light output at all, it wouldn’t be near what is possible from that light.

When you’re installing new LED truck lighting, lubricate sockets, terminals, or any associated electrical connections with dialectic grease to seal out moisture and prevent corrosion. Because the grease can dry up, you should check connections periodically. It’s important to keep connections lubricated to maintain the functionality of your light. However, too much grease can interfere with the terminal/socket connection and prevent a light from functioning.

Be sure to know and understand the rules set in place in the light’s warranty. Doing unauthorized repairs or disassembling the light will most likely void its warranty. A driver should also know the correct person to contact about their LED truck lighting in case of light malfunctioning. The point of contact could be the fleet’s parts department, the purchaser, or the company from which the light was purchased.

For technical questions, don’t hesitate to call us toll free at 866-590-3533. Our customer service and technical support teams are available from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. CDT Monday-Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT on Friday.

Over the last several years, a variety of electric cars have come to market that provide consumers with an energy-efficient, environmentally friendly alternative to your standard gasoline powered vehicle. If all of this is true, why haven’t they caught on? One of the biggest reasons why electric cars have been accepted so slowly is because many people believe a wide variety of myths and misconceptions about how the vehicles work. Here are a few of the most common misconceptions that are encountered by your electrician in Santa Monica.

They Don’t Go Far

Most people view electric vehicles as a limited range, low-power option to their traditional vehicle. Although this could have once been true, it is not always the case today. With the current advancements in battery technologies, electric vehicles can go fairly far distances. Because most U.S. workers drive about 40 miles each day, an electric-only car can be a viable alternative for their driving.

They Aren’t Actually Green

Many people believe that electric cars are just as polluting as their gas-powerd competitors. Although electric vehicles will have a certain level of emissions, they are much lower than even the most efficient gasoline and diesel competitors.

Batteries Are Dangerous

Many people believe that the batteries used in electric cars are dangerous, toxic or just environmentally unfriendly. This is typically due to the fact that most people just aren’t all that familiar with electric vehicles and the batteries that they use within them. Although some battery chemicals can be hazardous, it is very rare that these chemicals ever escape into the environment. To make this even better, most newer batteries can be recycled at a rate of around 99 percent.

If you are considering an electric car, give us a call at The Electric Connection to talk about your options for electric vehicle charging stations and other power necessities to ensure that you can always charge your vehicle. You can also learn more at visit The Electric Connection (Click Here) .