DRLs represent stone-age technology on the eve of the 21st century. The technology exists, and is already in use on several vehicle models. DRLs are insulting to our intelligence. DRL proponents assume that drivers are not intelligent enough to know when to turn on their lights. Driving is a skill.
Observation is a skill.
With proper experience and training, these skills are integrated in the person of a safe driver. Both of these skills can be nurtured or improved in every driver. But, neither skill will be enhanced in today's environment if it believes safety lies in the gadgets and misinterpreted data. We think not. Again, follow the money trail.