Medically reviewed by Dr. Julia Sheyko, OD · May 2026
Transitions Drivewear · Brooklyn, NY
Transitions Drivewear
Polarized photochromic lenses engineered for driving. Drivewear responds to both UV and visible light — darker behind the wheel, clearer at dusk.
Transitions Drivewear · Brooklyn, NY
The lens designed for the road.
Standard photochromic lenses have one limitation behind the wheel: car windshields block UV light, so the lenses cannot fully activate. Transitions Drivewear solves this by responding to both UV and high-intensity visible light — the kind that floods through your windshield on a bright day.
Drivewear also incorporates a permanent polarized filter that eliminates horizontal glare from roads, hoods, and wet surfaces — the kind of glare that causes squinting and driver fatigue. The result is a lens that continuously adapts to driving conditions from dawn to dusk.
Driving safety benefits
Works behind the windshield
Unlike standard Transitions, Drivewear activates in visible light — so it darkens even when UV is blocked by your windshield.
Eliminates road glare
The built-in polarizer cuts horizontal glare from roads, hoods, and wet surfaces — reducing squinting and eye fatigue.
Adapts from dawn to dusk
From overcast morning commutes to midday brightness, Drivewear continuously optimizes its tint for the current light conditions.
Enhances contrast
Drivewear's warm copper tint in bright conditions improves depth perception and contrast on the road.
Reduces halo and scatter
The polarized filter reduces scattered light, which helps in situations like oncoming headlights during early-evening driving.
Available in prescription
You do not need to sacrifice vision correction for driving performance. Drivewear is available with your full prescription.
Drivewear vs. standard Transitions — at a glance
| Feature | Drivewear | Transitions Signature |
|---|---|---|
| Activates in visible light | Yes | No |
| Works behind windshield | Yes | No |
| Polarized | Yes | No |
| Fully clear indoors | No (slight tint) | Yes |
| Available in prescription | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
How is Drivewear different from regular Transitions lenses?
Standard Transitions lenses activate only in UV light — which means they do not darken behind a car windshield (windshields block UV). Transitions Drivewear responds to both UV and high-intensity visible light, so it darkens effectively while you are driving. It also features a permanent polarized filter to eliminate road glare.
Do Drivewear lenses clear completely indoors?
No. Unlike Transitions Signature, Drivewear lenses always carry some tint — they are olive/green at their lightest (indoor/low-light conditions) and darken to a copper or dark brown in bright outdoor conditions. They are designed to be worn while driving and outdoors, not as an all-day clear lens.
What is the polarization advantage for driving?
Polarized lenses block horizontal light waves that cause glare from flat surfaces — roads, hoods, and wet pavement. This significantly reduces the harsh, fatigue-causing glare that affects driving safety. Drivewear combines this with photochromic adaptation so you are always in the optimal tint range for the light conditions.
Can I get Drivewear lenses in my prescription?
Yes. Drivewear is available in prescription form. Call us at (718) 998-8400 or book an eye exam to discuss your prescription requirements and see if Drivewear is a good fit for your daily driving needs.
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