Whether you're doing a routine car bulb replacement or upgrading your entire lighting setup, finding the right automotive bulb makes all the difference in safety, visibility and performance. Ace carries a broad selection of quality bulbs for every position on your vehicle, from headlights to license plate bulbs. Browse our full range of automotive lighting and electrical products to find everything your vehicle needs.
Choose the Right Bulb Technology
The right technology depends on your vehicle, your budget and what you need from your lighting.
- LED automotive bulbs:LED bulbs are the premium upgrade choice, offering superior brightness, faster response times and a significantly longer lifespan than other options. Philips carries a strong selection of LED automotive bulbs designed to deliver noticeably brighter light than standard halogen.
- Halogen automotive bulbs:Halogen is the most common factory-installed technology, making these bulbs one of the most compatible and straightforward replacements available. Peak offers dependable halogen automotive bulbs across a wide range of fitments at a sensible price.
- Incandescent automotive bulbs:Incandescent bulbs are a simple, affordable option and remain a practical choice for turn signals, interior dome lights and other lower-intensity positions.
Find Your Bulb by Position
Your vehicle relies on the right bulb in every position. Here is a quick guide to the most common applications.
- Headlight bulbs:Headlight bulbs power your high and low beam functions. Common fitments include the H7 for low beam, the 9005 for high beam and the 9006 for low beam and fog light use.
- Fog light bulbs:Fog light bulbs illuminate the road directly ahead in rain, fog or low-visibility conditions.
- Brake and tail light bulbs: The 3157 and 1157 are two of the most common dual-filament rear bulb codes, handling stop, tail and turn signal functions.
- Interior and license plate bulbs:Interior bulbs cover dome lights, map lights and cargo areas while license plate bulbs keep your rear plate illuminated.
Common Automotive Bulb Codes
Always confirm the correct bulb code before purchasing by checking your owner's manual or the existing bulb.
Bulb Code | Filament Type | Typical Application |
H7 | Single filament | Low beam headlight |
9005 | Single filament | High beam headlight |
9006 | Single filament | Low beam headlight and fog light |
3157 | Dual filament | Rear stop, tail and turn signal (wedge base) |
1157 | Dual filament | Rear stop and taillight (bayonet base) |
Shop Automotive Bulbs Near You at Ace Hardware
Shop online at Ace for fast shipping, easy browsing by bulb type and the convenience of free in-store pickup. Prefer hands-on help? Find automotive bulbs near you at your local Ace, where our helpful staff can point you to exactly what you need.
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