What is a blind spot in a car

When you are driving, you should pay attention to what other drivers are doing. However, it is not limited to those in front of you. You should also pay attention to drivers behind you, and often on both sides. That's why automakers equip cars with three mirrors - two side mirrors and one rear view mirror. However, all cars suffer from blind spots. What is a blind spot in a car?

Understanding the blind spot of a car

The blind spot is pretty much what the name implies - the area you can't easily see from the driver's seat. The car can "hide" in your blind spot, making it impossible to see what the other driver is doing (for example, changing lanes). The average car has two blind spots, one on each side of the car, that extend roughly from the rear of the car back in a triangular pattern. However, keep in mind that different vehicles have different blind spots - for example, a tractor trailer has huge blind spots.

How to avoid blind spots

There are several ways to avoid blind spots and increase your safety on the road. The most important thing is to properly adjust the side mirrors. You should not be able to see your car in your side mirror. You should adjust them outward to provide the widest possible field of view from both the driver and passenger side of your vehicle.

Another tip is to use a blind spot mirror. These are small, convex mirrors that attach either to the driver's side-view mirror or to the body of the driver. The mirror is curved outward, which provides much better visibility and can increase your safety. The blind spot mirror mounting location is usually at the top outer corner of the side view mirror, but this varies by vehicle. You will need to experiment with different locations to find the one that works best for you.