Should the Door in the Car Be Opened?
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The Door button inside the car is for the interior reading light, and it is generally not recommended to turn it on unless under special circumstances. Below is some relevant information about the reading light: 1. The reading light provides sufficient brightness for passengers when the interior lighting is inadequate, facilitating reading inside the car without affecting the driver's normal operation. Connected to the cigarette lighter socket, it can emit lights of different colors when the switch is activated. 2. The gas interior reading light uses halogen as its material. Halogen-based reading lights are technologically mature and inexpensive, making them widely used in many vehicle models. However, they also have some drawbacks, such as radiation, mercury content, and fragility, which can cause inconvenience during transportation and installation. Their service life is approximately 8,000 hours.
I've always believed that opening car doors requires caution, especially while the vehicle is in motion—never open a door casually! Think about it: with the car moving, opening a door risks being hit by an approaching vehicle from behind, ranging from minor scratches to severe accidents that harm both yourself and others. I've seen numerous reports of sudden door openings knocking over e-bike riders, with devastating consequences. Moreover, opening a door disrupts the car's aerodynamic balance, potentially causing the entire vehicle to flip. My advice: never open a door before coming to a complete stop, even at red lights. When exiting, first find a safe spot to park, engage the handbrake, then check mirrors and blind spots to ensure no vehicles or pedestrians are approaching before gently pushing the door open. Cultivating this habit can be lifesaving—don’t cut corners!
I often encounter situations where I need to open the car door after parking, especially on urban roadsides, so extra caution is required. For example, when parking in front of a restaurant, pushing the door open carelessly can easily scratch passing electric bikes or pedestrians. I once experienced this myself—I didn’t check the rearview mirror properly and almost hit a food delivery rider. It scared me so much that now I always roll down the window and take a quick look before opening the door. Remember, when opening the door, don’t just focus on getting out; take a moment to observe the traffic and pedestrians on both sides. It’s best to use the ‘Dutch Reach’ method—using the opposite hand to open the door, which naturally turns your body and widens your field of vision. Additionally, on rainy or snowy days when the roads are slippery, open the door even more slowly to prevent accidents caused by slipping. This is basic courtesy—safety first, so as not to inconvenience others. In short, open the door only after parking, and do it steadily—life will go much smoother that way.
Pay attention to anti-theft issues when opening and closing car doors. I often hear people complain about their cars being broken into, mostly because the doors weren’t locked properly. After parking, make sure the doors are securely closed and all locks are engaged to prevent thieves from stealing items or even the entire vehicle. Additionally, if there are children in the car, activate the child safety lock feature so the rear doors can only be opened from the outside. This prevents them from tampering with the door locks while the car is moving, avoiding the risk of injury from jumping out. Simply put: Before getting out, check the door lock status and confirm the flashing lights with the key or remote—don’t skip this step. Good anti-theft habits bring peace of mind and safety.
