LED street lights have been utilized to replace earlier kinds of street lighting throughout the UK since they are significantly less expensive to operate, easier to manage, and can have less light dispersion. Local governments have begun to replace mercury and sodium street lights with LEDs. They use less energy and last longer than their predecessors. The first LED streetlight was installed in 2004. Since then, many other manufacturers have entered the market; some still use older technology but most now produce models using LEDs. In fact, nearly all modern streetlights used in major cities around the world are now LED lamps. They offer significant benefits for drivers at night because these lights do not emit any heat so there's no need for them to be located near roads or streets. Also, they don't burn out as quickly as traditional street lights and they aren't affected by power outages. These features help drivers avoid collisions with streetlights, allow for planned maintenance without shutting down traffic signals, and save on costs related to electricity consumption and replacement parts. However, not all types of LED streetlights are created equal. Some remain illuminated after a power outage while others require a continuous supply of electricity to maintain their output. Also, some lamps provide better visibility to drivers at night than others. Finally, some lamps are more attractive than others so they can affect how close people drive to avoid being seen from the road.