Post 1: The Blind Spot Myth – It’s Not About Discovery
Most people think of blind spot checks as a way to discover what’s beside their vehicle, but this is a limited view of their true purpose. The reality is that the blind spot check is not about finding something unexpected; it’s about confirming what you already know. Ideally, as a driver, you should have a solid understanding of the traffic around you, formed from continuous front and rear scanning. A quick glance to the side shouldn’t surprise you—it should only reinforce your understanding of the vehicles and objects you’ve already noticed entering and exiting your peripheral view.
This changes the narrative of blind spot checks from a passive act to an active one. Drivers who regularly monitor their surroundings through mirrors and forward scanning should already have a mental map of where every vehicle is. The check, therefore, serves to verify that the situation remains as expected—no sudden surprises, no missed information. This mental preparedness transforms the simple blind spot check into an essential final confirmation that aligns with what you’ve already processed.
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