I just read this and thought I would share....
The very first headlamps, introduced in the late 1880s, used either acetylene or oil as the energy source. The costs of both sources were quite high, so few motorists had the opportunity to drive when the sun was down. The first electric-powered headlights hit the market in 1898 and were featured on the Columbia Electric Car. That’s right- the first electric headlights were invented in the 19th century on an electric car!
Despite its introduction, electric headlights were not immediately commonplace for a couple of reasons. First, driving an automobile at the time as not exactly a smooth ride and was tough on the filaments. Also, it was hard to produce a light that was small enough for an automobile that could provide the necessary power.
The modern electrical system was introduced by Cadillac in 1912, and from there headlights became more universal. Still, it wasn’t until 1945 that headlights and turn signals were considered the standard in American vehicles. We’ve come a long way since 1898 and it’s almost inconceivable to think that driving at night was once impossible!
Wow... we have come a long way!
put headlight at above driver line of sight behind windshield behind area beyond driver line of sight (ex. behind rearview mirror) like where partial self driving cameras and rearview mirrors are at in some cars like newer subaru. two bulbs can point different direction for same area lighted up as normal 2 headlight cars without teh normal path of light travel overlapping. this way, minor crumple zone replacement doesn't also cost headlight replacement, and if a minor crash happens it counts to be able to drive home at dark with headlights still working.
also i dont think that many light bulbs are necessary, if keeping current design for legal reasons, the one at the highest and widest position at each side is probably best for lighting more area if the front is covered by car ahead. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxohcZ_D-3k
also lightstrip at front of car is unnecessary cost and some will even decide it look like a awkward attempt to continue the light bulbs through the front for aesthetics.