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Nowadays, new car models will have "blind spot monitoring system function" while changing lanes, in the side mirrors and rear-view mirror to increase safety while driving. This system effectively solves collision problems with cars driving parallel on the side. It uses sensors or radar to detect objects in the blind spot area. If an object enters that area, a warning symbol will appear on the side mirror or an audible signal will sound to alert the driver. Each car brand has a different definition, but the meaning is the same. Click here 

But if our car does not have such a function, we would like to recommend how to adjust "side/rear-view mirrors" correctly as follows:

Side Mirrors

Adjust the mirrors to extend perpendicularly and parallel to the car body, not tilted down or up too much. This will help the driver to see cars on the side and the rear more clearly. But be careful not to adjust the mirrors to show too much of the car's side body, because it will createblind spots and make other cars appear at a closer distance, slower than normal.

Rear-view Mirror

The mirror should be adjusted so that the driver's head is not visible and to see the widest possible view, covering the left, right, and rear. For safety, drivers can choose to use a larger rear-view mirror to increase visibility both inside and outside the car.

Summary
For safety, drivers should adjust car mirrors to the appropriate angle, not tilted down or up too much, and having a clear wide view will help increase safety during travel. In case of fogging on car mirrors, resolve it by adjusting the cabin temperature to be similar to the outside temperature, or turn on the defroster coil switch to help see the road more clearly. If the windshield breaks, lower the side windows, hold the steering wheel firmly, and drive slower than usual to help the car maintain better balance.

And to ensure clear visibility of the road, drivers should not hang various items such as dolls, amulets, etc. or attach stickers on the front and rear windows of the car, because they will obstruct the driver's visibility of the road.

Paying attention to small details that are often overlooked will help create safety for fellow travelers and drivers!!! Therefore,before starting a journey, drivers should adjust car mirrors to the appropriate angle and ensure a clear wide view of the left, right, and rear. This will help reduce accidents from changing lanes and overtaking other cars. Do not adjust mirrors back and forth while the car is moving, as this may cause accidents.

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