What is the purpose of a beginner looking at the rearview mirror?
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For beginners driving, the purpose of looking at the rearview mirror is to judge the distance of the vehicle behind by observing changes in positional relationships and distances. The following are specific introductions to the functions of car rearview mirrors: 1. Observing road conditions: While driving, the driver can observe the road conditions on both sides through the rearview mirrors, thereby performing operations such as lane changes and overtaking. 2. Reference points: During operations like parallel parking or reversing into a parking space, reference points can be identified using the rearview mirrors. 3. Judging the distance to the vehicle behind: Pay special attention to the central rearview mirror, through which the distance to the vehicle behind can be judged. When the front wheels of the vehicle behind are just visible in the central rearview mirror, the distance between the two vehicles is approximately 13 meters; when the grille is visible, it's about 6 meters; and when the grille is just out of view, the distance is roughly 4 meters.
When I first started learning to drive, checking the rearview mirror really helped me avoid a lot of trouble. It allowed me to always know what was happening behind me. For example, a quick glance at the side mirror when changing lanes immediately showed me if there was a car in the blind spot, preventing accidental scrapes. Using the interior mirror to calibrate position while reversing helped avoid hitting walls or other cars, especially in tight parking lots. As a beginner, developing this habit made my driving more stable and boosted my confidence. Not just looking straight ahead but scanning the surroundings more often provided early warnings of dangers, like sudden braking by other cars on the highway. Remember to regularly clean the mirror surfaces and adjust their angles to prevent fog from obscuring your view. Mastering these simple actions can significantly reduce the accident rate. I recommend checking the mirrors before every drive as a mandatory routine.
