halogen bulbs blowing on the same car usually indicates overcharging--I always examine the filament i.e. has it melted.

There seems to be a lot of crap components around at the moment, Cheap Chinese bulbs auto and domestic, poorly refined precious metals.
Made in Germany, usually means the old east near the polish border. Made in the USA -mexico. Volvo reverse sensors OE made in Russia. Cats with about a micron of coating. MAF's from the pound shop

It's hard to know just what label is quality now

Barry