The Hidden Feature in Your Rearview Mirror That Makes Night Driving Safer

Most drivers don’t realize their car has a built-in feature designed to make nighttime driving safer — a small button or lever on the rearview mirror that helps reduce dangerous glare from headlights behind you.

Driving after dark can be challenging. Visibility drops, depth perception weakens, and bright lights from other vehicles can momentarily blind you. That’s where this simple yet powerful feature comes in.

By flipping the small tab beneath your rearview mirror, you activate the anti-glare mode, which tilts the mirror slightly to dim the brightness of oncoming lights. In modern cars, this function is automatic, thanks to electrochromic mirrors that use sensors to detect light intensity and adjust their tint instantly.

According to traffic experts, nighttime crashes are often more severe, as vision can drop by up to 20%. Using this hidden mirror function not only reduces glare but also minimizes eye strain and fatigue.

“A simple click can make your night drives safer and more comfortable.”

Stay alert, use your mirror’s secret feature, and drive smart after dark.