Automotive lamps are configured having at least one array of light
emitting diodes (LEDs) supported within the lamps. A bezel is positioned
in each lamp adjacent to the LEDs, the bezel having a dark surface, the
dark surface having a high gloss finish with reflector shaped surfaces to
reflect light from the LEDs while absorbing visible light from external
sources. A lens of light transmitting material covers the array of LEDs.
The automotive lamp is especially useful as a rear combination lamp
having red LEDs serving both tail light and stop light functions, as well
as amber or red LEDs providing turn and hazard signals. A center,
high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL), also using an array of LEDs surrounded by
a dark bezel with high gloss reflector shaped surfaces, is used in
combination with a pair of the rear combination lamps. In one embodiment
the rear combination lamps include side marker LEDs.