Abstract: A lighted rod assembly, such as for mounting on a vehicle, such as a bicycle, motorcycle, wheelchair, scooter, baby stroller, and the like. In certain embodiments, the lighted rod assembly includes a power supply line extending along a rod and a plurality of electric light sources spaced along the length of the rod and in power supply communication with the power supply line. A power source is attachable to the power supply line to energize the light sources, thereby illuminating the rod. A flag may be mounted on the rod to increase the visibility of the assembly.