Green zones in the picture show what your mirrors can see, and red zones show your blind spots. What steps make up a safe lane change?

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Why

As the red zones show, the mirrors leave a blind spot on each side that only a turn of the head can cover. A safe lane change therefore needs all three steps: signal your intent, check the mirrors for traffic behind and beside you, and look over your shoulder before you steer over.

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Topic: Passing and lanes   License: Car permit

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• Delaware: Road Rules

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