I find myself wondering why most (maybe all) 4 x 4's seem to have 2 pairs of 
clusters of rear lights. Some at bumper level and some higher up.

Is it styling? Is it to make it easy to comply with regulations in different 
markets?

Any answers?

John wrote:
> I find myself wondering why most (maybe all) 4 x 4's seem to have 2 pairs of 
> clusters of rear lights. Some at bumper level and some higher up.
> 
> Is it styling? Is it to make it easy to comply with regulations in different 
> markets?
> 
> Any answers? 

  The higher up ones are more visible when driving, but one side can be 
hidden when parked with the door open.

Nick Finnigan  gurgled happily, sounding much like they
were saying:

>   The higher up ones are more visible when driving, but one side can be
> hidden when parked with the door open.

Yup - not least because of tailgate-mounted spare wheels.