Today's Vehicles Have Bigger Blind Spots but Not Where You Think
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A study found that modern vehicles have larger blind spots, particularly in front of and near the vehicle, prompting discussion on potential solutions like exterior cameras and regulatory testing.
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It seems like everyone who drives one is also incapable of turning their steering wheel when they blunder out of a parking lot into a street, obstructing two lanes at 3mph.