You've probably noticed the warning text "Objects in the mirror are closer than they appear" written on your car's out side rear view mirrors (ORVMs). But why? Lets find out.

It’s a warning you see in basically every car: “Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.” But why can’t passenger-side mirrors display objects accurately? Well, it’s actually a careful design ...

I have always loved that short saying on the passenger-side mirror of most vehicles: “Objects in the mirror are closer than they appear.” It is meant as a warning and to get our attention. We have so ...

There's no getting around the fact that modern cars are more sophisticated and tech-laden than ever. Even the most basic, entry-level new cars now come standard with tech features that were hardly ...

Though not always actively thought of as such, mirrors are some of the most important components of a car. Side mirrors and the center rear view mirror — the longtime home of the weird theory-spawning ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...