You should never depend on your mirrors when you prepare to change lanes. Why?
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Not all vehicles have mirrors.
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Mirrors need to be adjusted.
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Mirrors are useless.
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Even correctly adjusted mirrors will leave blind spots behind both sides of your vehicle.
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Explanation
When changing lanes, you should never rely solely on your rear and side-view mirrors, as they can leave blind spots on both sides of your vehicle. Always take a moment to quickly look over your shoulder before changing lanes to ensure the road is clear.
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