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looking into the distance, to the sides and in the mirrors.
Preventive driving is based on the driver's observation, anticipation and control of space. As regards vision techniques, we should perform a visual scan, making an almost constant movement of the eyes, looking into the distance, to the sides and in the mirrors, to spot possible hazards.
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installing panoramic mirrors.
looking into the distance, to the sides and in the mirrors.
getting used to being dazzled.
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