Three things to remember when preparing to drive:
- Before you hit the road, make sure your trusty car is in tip-top shape! Double-check that the gas and brake pedals work like a charm, your tires are pumped and ready to roll, and your windows are crystal clear for maximum sightseeing.
- Slide into the driver’s seat and let the magic happen. Can you reach the steering wheel? (Pro tip: it’s adjustable!)
- Last but not least, make friends with your mirrors. Give them a little wiggle to ensure you can spy on the traffic behind you with ease. Now you’re ready to roll, road warrior!
Behold, the terrific trio of mirrors! These three amigos are here to help you keep an eye on what’s happening behind and beside your vehicle, minimizing those pesky “blind spots” that lurk in the shadows.
- First up, the rear view mirror. This nifty gadget swivels up, down, and side to side, so you can catch a glimpse of the action behind you. Make sure it’s not too low (unless you really want to admire your trunk or back seat), and not too high (unless you’re a fan of staring at the ceiling).
- Next, meet your side mirrors – they’re adjustable too! With their up, down, left, and right moves, they’ve got all the right angles. But wait, there’s more! These little guys come with two ways to adjust them (because who doesn’t like a challenge?). Now, you’re all set to conquer the road with your new mirror pals!”
Mirror, mirror, on the car, show me how to adjust them far! Here are two fantastic options for perfecting your side mirror game:
- Option A (The Classic): While chilling in the driver’s seat, wiggle those side mirrors right or left until the handles of your front doors just peek into view. Classic and reliable!
- Option B (The SAE Shuffle): Courtesy of the Society of Automotive Engineers, give this method a whirl. From the driver’s seat, adjust your side mirrors outward, so when a sneaky vehicle vanishes from your rearview mirror, it magically appears in your side mirror. Abracadabra!
Choose your favorite technique and hit the road with confidence!