Why I Swapped to Amber Lighting for Off-Roading

TrailJustin · 2026-02-02T18:29:10+00:00

I was turned onto this by one of the guys in a Facebook group. First, for context, I have a 2022 Limited with the JBL system. Personally, I’m not a big fan of these pre-built audio systems like JBL (or similar) because they don’t really give you a clean upgrade path later if you want to add your own amp or speakers. The system has always sounded a little off to me. I wouldn’t say the JBL system sounds bad, but it’s kind of like taking music that’s meant to be played in 2-channel and forcing it through a 7-channel setup—you end up losing some of the detail and notes in the process. Someone in the Facebook group suggested going into the audio settings and turning off Virtual Surround Sound. They were right—that was it. It’s basically post-processing from the JBL system to simulate surround sound, but for my personal listening preference, it sounds much better with it turned off. Give it a shot.

TRDLEGACY

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Apr 26, 2025

Just did a lighting upgrade I should’ve done way earlier:

Swapped my white light bar for an amber light bar from Rave Off Road and upgraded my fogs to amber too.

Here’s why this combo is a total game-changer for off-roading and bad weather:

White light is super bright, but it reflects HARD off dust, fog, rain, and snow. It actually makes visibility worse when conditions get sketchy.

Amber light cuts through those elements without blinding you.
Less reflection = better trail visibility and safer night driving.

About the New Setup:

Rave Off Road Amber Light Bar = insane build quality + perfect wide beam pattern
Amber fog lights = lower-mounted light that stays close to the ground, helping you pick up obstacles, ruts, and curves faster

On the Trail:
This setup immediately made a difference. Night runs are smoother, less strain on the eyes, and way more confident when pushing into dusty or misty sections. It’s not just about looking good — it’s real performance.

Bonus:
The amber setup also looks aggressive and purpose-built. It gives off that serious off-road vibe instead of just “mall crawler” energy.

If you do real off-roading, or even drive in foggy or rainy areas — swapping to amber lighting is easily one of the best upgrades you can make.

Highly recommend checking out Rave Off Road if you’re ready for the change.