Adaptive Frontlighting System (AFS), also known as dynamic cornering lights, is designed to significantly improve nighttime visibility in vehicles equipped with bi-xenon headlights. According to Volkswagen, the system can increase effective illumination by up to 90 percent. At speeds as low as around 10 km/h (6 mph), the bi-xenon headlights swivel up to 15° (7.5° to each side) following the steering angle. This allows the driver to see further into corners before actually entering them.
Combined with static cornering lights, the system improves safety and driving comfort at night. The integrated turning lights operate up to approximately 40 km/h (25 mph) and activate during low-speed maneuvers depending on steering direction, or both sides when reverse gear is engaged. These functions are supported by H7 bulbs. Both systems work together, and if one component fails, the entire AFS system may stop functioning completely.