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What is the Difference Between Rearview Mirror and Side Mirror

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MacPatrick

07/29/25 8:10pm

Rearview mirror and side mirror have the following differences: 1. Side Mirror: The side mirror is located on the left and right doors of the vehicle and is mainly used for reversing. It is one of the important safety components of a motor vehicle, helping drivers observe the road conditions behind the car during reversing and the surrounding conditions while driving. In China, the reflective coating of side mirrors is generally made of silver and aluminum, with some using chromium. Currently, in foreign vehicles, chromium mirrors have replaced silver and aluminum mirrors. 2. Rearview Mirror: The rearview mirror is the mirror on the windshield, mainly used for lane changing. It is a tool for drivers to directly obtain external information about the rear, side, and lower parts of the car while seated in the driver's seat. For the convenience of operation, prevention of traffic accidents, and ensuring personal safety, all countries require that vehicles must be equipped with rearview mirrors, and all rearview mirrors must be adjustable in direction.

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