Areas around your vehicle that cannot be seen in your mirrors. Every vehicle has them on both sides.
Adjust side mirrors so you barely see the side of your car. This expands coverage and reduces blind spots.
Before changing lanes, quickly glance over your shoulder in the direction you want to move.
Don't linger beside other vehicles, especially large trucks. Pass quickly or fall back.
Where are a car's blind spots located?
Primarily on both sides of the vehicle, in areas just behind the driver and passenger doors that mirrors can't capture.
How should you check your blind spot before changing lanes?
After checking mirrors, quickly glance over your shoulder in the direction you want to move.
How can you reduce your vehicle's blind spots?
Properly adjust your side mirrors outward until you barely see the side of your own car.
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