I see some cars with plane sidemirrors and others with curved ones. What is the recommended type?
2007-06-12 02:06:44 · 6 answers · asked by buke 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
Theres no real recommendations.
"Curved" give you a wider view of the road behind you, although some people would argue the view is distorted, but its more then good enough to see where youve been.
"Plain" is just a normal mirror so in comparison has a smaller view, yet you can see perfectly.
I prefer "Curved" personally. i like to know whats going on everywhere
2007-06-12 05:29:17 · answer #1 · answered by Blue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A plain mirror gives a limited view of what is behind you, and has more 'blind spots' than a curved (convex) mirror which gives you a much larger field of vision.
I have given this question a bit of thought, and I honestly can't remember the last time I saw a car fitted with a plain (exterior) mirror.
2007-06-12 03:41:01 · answer #2 · answered by mal g 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
erm...as long as u can c the cars behind...that mirror is ok.go for fancy ones if u like,but make sure U CAN C WAD IS HAPPEENING BEHIND.btw many reckless drivers dun use thir mirrors...so u had better use ur mirror 2 check out if a crazy vehicle is charging 4 ya'. :P
2007-06-12 02:15:27 · answer #3 · answered by Blank 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Planes don't have side mirrors you must be flying high.
2007-06-13 21:57:37 · answer #4 · answered by Francis7 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best compromise is a plain mirror with one of those stick on mini-mirrors to cover the blind spot.
2007-06-12 02:12:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
To be honest, it's a refreshing change to see some drivers USE their mirrors....
2007-06-12 02:11:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋