How to Determine the Position of Rear Tires Using Rearview Mirrors?
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Through the rearview mirror to determine the position of the rear tires, the common method is to first judge the position of the rear of the car using the rearview mirror, and then further determine the position of the rear tires based on the relative position between the rear of the car and the rear tires. Below is a detailed introduction to the methods for judging the position of the rear wheels: 1. Adjust the rearview mirror: Adjust the position of the rearview mirror to the lower position, and you can directly determine the position of the rear wheels through the rearview mirror. 2. Install an additional mirror: Install an additional mirror on the rearview mirror, adjust the position and angle of the mirror, and you can determine the position of the rear wheels through the mirror on the rearview mirror. 3. Install a reversing camera: After equipping with a reversing camera, the situation behind the car can be clearly displayed. This method is highly practical.
I'm the type who hasn't been driving for long. At first, I always had trouble figuring out exactly where my rear tires were, especially when parking—I almost hit the curb a few times. Later, I learned a simple method: using the interior rearview mirror along with the side mirrors. First, adjust your seat and mirror angles so they cover the rear wheel areas—you should see a small portion of the left rear wheel in the left mirror, and the same for the right. When actually parking, use the edge of the tire in the mirror and reference points on the ground, like parking lines or the road edge, to roughly position the car. I think beginners just need to practice a few more times—find an empty lot and set up some cones as targets. Remember not to focus solely on the mirrors; sit up straight to judge distances accurately. Safety is crucial, especially on rainy days when visibility is poor—be extra careful to avoid scrapes.
