All that you need to know about the rear view mirror

Dec 30
09:10

2011

Samyuk Dec

Samyuk Dec

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The rear view mirror remains as the most important part of your vehicle. This is mainly because it allows you to see what is behind you when you are driving.

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Usually,All that you need to know about the rear view mirror Articles the rear view mirror is fitted at the top of the front windscreen. You can see the images through the rear windscreen. After all, the driver has to know what is behind him. It is precisely for this reason that the rear view mirror is convex. A convex mirror is able to reduce the size as well as distance. This ensures that much could be seen with a rear view mirror. A flat mirror can only show exact locations. It is not possible to gauge the depth of traffic behind with such a mirror. It is typical to fit the rear view mirror with a swivel head. This way the rear view mirror can be adjusted in a way that the driver gets satisfied till he has the best view of the rear. It is also highly useful for checking on children who are travelling in the rear seat. With the rear view mirror there is no need to turn your body around in order to see what is happening in the back seat. You simply have to lift your eyes off the road for a few minutes in order to take a look.

The rear view mirror was introduced in early 1900. The modern mirrors of today also help to reduce the glare from oncoming headlights. Besides these, the new models have a camera fitted onto them which will show what is immediately behind your vehicle. This is especially useful in case there is a boot to obscure vision.

All this indicates that in order to keep one safe on the road, the rear view mirror is very important. It is designed to break on collision. In such an event, do replace it as soon as possible as it could save your life.

Not only this, many countries often do not allow vehicles with missing rear view mirrors to be driven on the road. In case the rear view mirror gets damaged or lost, it becomes vital to find the right replacement as soon as possible. These are available as spare parts at car dealerships.

The components that are used in manufacturing these rear view mirrors are quite durable. The modern rear view mirrors include certain components that will provide a greater degree of visibility that is reflected directly to the driver's dashboard by using monitors and small screens. Such a rear view mirror makes use of a high tech camera that can pick up the smallest detail.