Is It Legal to Drive Without Rearview Mirrors?
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Driving without rearview mirrors is not permitted. Relevant regulations: Article 13 of China's Road Traffic Safety Law stipulates that motor vehicles registered for road use must undergo regular safety technical inspections in accordance with laws and administrative regulations, based on factors such as vehicle purpose, passenger/cargo capacity, and service life. When presenting a vehicle's driving license and compulsory third-party liability insurance certificate, the inspection institution must conduct the inspection without imposing additional conditions. Vehicles meeting national safety standards shall receive inspection approval marks from traffic management authorities. Proper use of rearview mirrors: Before changing driving routes (parking, starting, overtaking, turning, or U-turns), always signal first while carefully checking rearview mirrors to monitor traffic conditions on both sides and behind, preventing unexpected situations. Adjust mirror positions and angles before driving. During operation, vehicle vibrations may alter mirror settings - observe and readjust promptly. In crowded areas like markets or intersections, proceed slowly while monitoring mirrors. When passing narrow roads or bridges with non-motorized vehicles/pedestrians, reduce speed and check mirrors appropriately while maintaining safe lateral distances. Maintain safe following distances with preceding vehicles while using mirrors to assess trailing vehicles' proximity, ensuring informed decision-making to avoid rear-end collisions. Before anticipatory braking, check mirrors to evaluate following vehicles' positions and relative speeds when determining braking intensity. At intersections with multiple conflict points, reduce speed while observing pedestrians and vehicles on both sides to ensure safe passage.
