Chevrolet Silverado 2014-Present: Headlight Bulb Review
Are you in the market for a new set of headlight bulbs? This article will shed some light on some of the more popular options available for your vehicle.
This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2014-present).
Headlight bulbs are neither expensive nor complicated, but they are some of the most important parts on your truck. When the sun goes down, they allow you to see what's in front of you, providing both safety and convenience at the same time. Whether you're looking to replace a burned out bulb or you simply want to upgrade your lighting, there are lots of options available to you in the aftermarket. We're going to cover some of the most popular brands in our head to head comparison to help you make an enlightened decision.
Headlight Bulbs
Putco |
Plasmaglow |
AC Delco | |
|---|---|---|---|
Price |
$32 | $27.50 | $12 |
Performance |
Brighter than OEM, color options | Brighter than OEM | OEM |
Lifespan |
Good | Good | Good |
Warranty |
1 year | 10 years | 1 year |
Best Value: AC Delco
Putco
Price – $32
Performance – Brighter than OEM, color options
Lifespan – Good
Warranty – 1 year
Putco headlight bulbs are available in a variety of color options if you are going for a custom look, just make sure and check your applicable local laws to ensure legality. These bulbs are brighter than OEM with intense, high quality color. Owners rave about the brightness and crispness of these bulbs, which provides a noticeable improvement over stock. Recommended if you're looking for top quality bright bulbs with a little flair.
Plasmaglow
Price – $27.50
Performance – Brighter than OEM
Lifespan – Good
Warranty – 10 years
Plasmaglow headlight bulbs use a unique formula of Xenon and Krypton gasses to provide a bright white light with just a hint of blue. These lights are DOT legal and are backed by a no question 10 year warranty. Owners report a much brighter than OEM glow that is much more visible at night, as well as a notable increase in visibility. Some have reported quality issues with the bulbs, but at a low price and with a no hassle warranty, Plasmaglow bulbs are worth the roll of the dice. Recommended if you're looking for decent bulbs with a great warranty.
AC Delco
Price – $12
Performance – OEM
Lifespan – Good
Warranty – 1 year
Though people love to upgrade anything they can on their vehicles at times, there's something to be said about the durability and reliability of OEM parts. For that stock look go with AC Delco: no fancy colors or technology, just headlight bulbs that work as Chevy intended. And for less than half the price of those fancy aftermarket bulbs, they're a great value as well. Recommended if you're looking for durable OEM bulbs for the factory look.
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