Blind Spot

The blind spot is one of the most important aspects you should know prior to driving. The blind spot is defined as an area around the vehicle which is not directly visible to driver (Figure 4.2). When you are crossing a road or taking a right turn, with a passenger on your left, you are blind to any approaching vehicles from your left, unless the co-passenger is positioned correctly. In general, it is believed that a driver can see all around the vehicle with the help of mirrors. However, there are areas around the vehicle which you cannot see even though you have mirrors in the vehicle. You should follow the guidelines given below to avoid the potential threat due to blind spot, and the same will be referred while explaining other rules of the road.

Guidelines to be followed to check for Vehicles in Blind Spot

In order to check for vehicles or pedestrians in the blind spot, you need to follow the guidelines given below.

• To see blind spot at the left side, turn your head towards left until you are looking along your shoulder.
• To see blind spot at the right side, turn your head towards the right until you are looking along your shoulder.
• Double check for motorcyclists and bicyclists, more so during low light conditions, because they are less visible due to the relatively smaller size.