{"product_id":"auxbeam-q26-9005-hb3-led-fog-light-pair-6500k-20-000lm-plug-and-play-mini-replacement-all-metal-cooling","title":"Auxbeam Q26 9005\/HB3 LED Fog Light Pair 6500K 20,000LM — Plug-and-Play Mini Replacement, All-Metal Cooling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Auxbeam Q26 Series 9005 HB3 fog light is a compact, high-output 20,000LM LED lamp built for plug-and-play replacement in compatible fog housings and offroad applications.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for drivers who want a brighter, whiter fog beam without modifying factory housings, the Q26 packs 32 S-Knight LED chips into a 1:1 mini form factor with a full-metal body and internal cooling system. It delivers a 6500K cool white output designed to improve visibility in low-light and adverse weather conditions while fitting most 9005\/9040\/9045\/9140\/9145\/H10 fog light sockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow bright and what color temperature can I expect from these fog lights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q26 produces up to 20,000 lumens (pair) with a crisp 6500K cool white beam that emphasizes contrast and road detail. Its optics minimize dark spots and shadows to create a consistent flood of light across the fog beam pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e32 S-Knight LED chips for concentrated output\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6500K cool white color for enhanced contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to reduce dark spots and glare on the road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these LEDs fit my vehicle and how difficult is installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuxbeam designed the Q26 as a real 1:1 mini replacement, replicating the factory bulb size so it slides into housing and sockets without modification. Most installs are plug-and-play and can be completed in minutes, though a small number of vehicle systems may require a decoder to prevent error codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 9005\/9040\/9045\/9140\/9145\/H10 fog light sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play — typically under 3 minutes to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in decoding chips compatible with 99% of vehicle systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat cooling and durability features extend the lifespan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q26 uses an all-metal, all-in-one construction with a multi-layer thermal solution to manage heat efficiently. That includes a copper tube, a high-RPM silent fan, a copper baseboard, multiple culvert heat sinks, and an aluminum shell for stable operation and long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6-layer cooling: copper tube, silent 15,000RPM fan, copper baseboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10 culvert heat sinks plus full aluminum housing for heat dispersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eService life expected beyond 60,000 hours under normal conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any compatibility warnings or vehicle exclusions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q26 is highly compatible with most modern vehicles, but it is not universal. It is not recommended for daytime running lights (DRL) and does not fit certain Nissan Rogue, some Jeep models, and a few Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, and Ram variants without additional adapters or decoders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot suitable for DRL\/Daytime Running Light applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay not fit or may require decoders for a small number of sensitive vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContact Auxbeam support for help identifying fitment on specific models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Auxbeam Q26 Series 9005 HB3 fog light is aimed at drivers who want a high-output, factory-fit LED upgrade for fog housings and offroad use—especially owners who value easy installation, hardened metal construction, and advanced cooling for extended life. If you need a compact, bright 6500K replacement that avoids bulky external drivers and integrates into most vehicle electronics, the Q26 is a strong choice. For vehicles listed among the few exclusions or when electronic errors occur, reach out to Auxbeam for decoder recommendations or fitment guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do these replace factory 9005 fog bulbs directly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the Q26 is a 1:1 mini-size 9005\/HB3 replacement designed for direct plug-and-play installation in most fog housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will my car show bulb errors after installation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Most vehicles (about 99%) won’t show errors thanks to built-in decoding chips; a few sensitive models may need an external decoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Auxbeam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55168990216535,"sku":"B0G8C6R7DG","price":57.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/1524\/7191\/files\/auxbeam-q26-front-view_f2b1387e-57d1-42a1-96b7-22050ab7ff30.jpg?v=1790416404","url":"https:\/\/britishgarage.co.uk\/products\/auxbeam-q26-9005-hb3-led-fog-light-pair-6500k-20-000lm-plug-and-play-mini-replacement-all-metal-cooling","provider":"British Garage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}