(Lowell, IN) - Indiana State Police are asking people not to drape Christmas lights over their vehicles and drive. 

Police said the lights look great but can serve as a distraction for other drivers taking their eyes off the road to gaze at the shining colors.  The lights can also blend in with taillights, making them difficult to see for drivers traveling behind vehicles hitting their brakes.

State Police said they’re not looking to ticket any drivers but just encouraging them not to place Christmas lights on their vehicles, which seems to be a growing trend.