What are the tips for rearview mirrors?

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JourneyLee
07/24/25 9:14am
Here is an introduction to the tips for rearview mirrors: 1. Rearview mirror adjustment: The adjustment methods for the left and right rearview mirrors are slightly different. First, adjust the right rearview mirror to ensure that the top of the mirror can see the rear door handle, while keeping the front door handle in the middle of the mirror. The adjustment method for the left rearview mirror is similar to the right one, but make sure to see the left rear wheel when parking sideways. 2. Reversing tips: When reversing into a parking space with vehicles on both sides, if the vehicle is reversing from the front into the target position (e.g., reversing from the front of the right-side vehicle), the driver should observe the position relationship between the left front of the right-side vehicle and the reversing path through the right side mirror. Generally, maintaining a distance of about 30cm between the front of the vehicle and the right rear fender is considered safe.
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JacksonAnn
08/11/25 4:42am
I think the key to rearview mirror skills lies in adjustment and habit formation. From my personal experience, always check the mirror position before reversing. The ideal setup is having just a tiny edge of the car body visible in the mirror, which helps accurately judge distances and rear wheel positions. When reversing, I combine slow speed with frequent head-turning to physically check blind spots instead of solely relying on mirrors. A particularly useful technique for tight parking spaces is to first align the target angle using mirrors, then make gradual movements to minimize repeated reversing. Regular practice in various environments helps develop muscle memory quickly. Remember, improperly adjusted mirrors may cause misjudgment (e.g., scraping obstacles), so developing the habit of fine-tuning mirrors upon entering the car is crucial. These methods have made my reversing smoother and safer, saving time while reducing minor collision risks.
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