I have an 06 Silverado that still has the origional daytime running lights. It only has 37K miles on it though.

I have heard the same about halogen bulbs. Also do not know how true it is but I have not taken a chance to find out. I used rubber gloves whe I changed the halogen bulbs in my 500w shop light. Used quite a bit and has been going strong for over three years.

Kurt, how rough are the roads there. Don't know if that matters on a large vehicle like that but the head & tail lights on the ex's Smart car has had to be replaced 3X since 2008 and she drives the freeway. That thing is like riding in a gocart.