What is the big advantage to using BGE mirror settings?

What is the big advantage to using BGE mirror settings?

The BGE setting changes the view of your side mirrors to show your blind spots, rather than the view behind, which is already covered by your rear view mirror. An added benefit of the BGE setting is the elimination of glare from passing cars.

When should I use BGE mirror setting?

The BGE setting requires turning the field of view of each outside mirror outward by about 15 degrees from the blindzone setting. For the driver’s side mirror, this can be done by placing your head against the side window as shown in Graphic C and then setting the mirror to just see the side of the car.

How does the contemporary BGE mirror setting reduce glare?

How does the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting reduce glare? With the outside mirrors set approximately 15 degrees out, the glare from other vehicle’s headlights is reflected away from the driver.

Why are BGE mirrors used?

One of those ways is by following the Blind Spot and Glare Elimination mirror setting, also known as BGE. This mirror setting — when used correctly — makes it virtually impossible for a vehicle to disappear into a blind spot.

Is the BGE mirror setting the best?

The BGE mirror setting stands for ‘Blindspot and Glare Elimination’ and it’s the best way to configure your side view mirrors. Because this setting was introduced in 1995, many of today’s drivers are not aware that their mirrors should be set in this way.

What are two advantages of using enhanced mirror settings?

With the side mirrors now angled outward slightly more, you’ll gain increased visual coverage of your blind spots. You should still perform a quick head check before changing lanes, but you’ll now have almost seamless visual contact with all areas behind your vehicle.

Is the BGE mirror setting always the best?

To correctly adjust the sideview mirrors using the BGE setting, the driver will need to place his/her head against the side window. The BGE mirror is always the best mirror setting. Reference points are the same for all drivers.

Which mirror setting reduce blind spots?

Adjust the rear-view mirror so that it best covers your view straight out the rear window. Set your side mirrors out fifteen degrees on either side. Lean your head over to the center of the car and adjust the right side mirror so that you can barely see the side of your car from this position.

What is the contemporary mirror setting?

In the contemporary (BGE) mirror setting, the sideview mirror is set to see the lane next to your vehicle. Reference points are the same for all drivers. Remembering the lane positions learned from the text, which lane position (LP) is best for making a right turn?

How are BGE mirror settings different from traditional settings?

What is not an advantage of enhanced mirror?

You do not have to turn your head. What are the disadvantages of enhanced mirror setting? The disadvantages is that you may get a glare from headlights that may impede your ability to see what’s behind you.