Mirror Turn Signals

To feel safe in traffic you need to know the intentions of drivers ahead of you before they make a turn, as well as drivers following you must be aware of yours. To make this possible, all vehicles are equipped with turn signal lights, which allow drivers to communicate with each other in a way that is understandable to every road user. As a rule, vehicles are equipped with one turn signal lamp on each side, both on the front and rear. However, more and more vehicles today come with additional turn signal lamps in their side mirrors, operating in tandem with main turn signals.

Using of turn signal lights in side mirrors delivers plenty of benefits to a driver. A side mirror is the best place for a turn signal light when a vehicle behind you is in your blind spot, since in many cases its driver cannot see the back of your car or truck, however, most likely he or she will be able to see flashing light in your side mirror. All mirror turn signal lights are positioned in the way that allows other motorists to see bright blinks when a turn signal is on, while the driver sees only a dimly lit light, which prevents him or her from getting blinded.

Just a while ago side mirrors with turn signals were offered as an additional option for most cars and trucks. However, today, in the majority of cases, even entry-level vehicles come equipped with mirror turn signals. Their side mirrors feature replaceable lights that conform to the curves of the mirrors. Such lights hold halogen or LED bulbs which can be replaced if needed. The mirror turn signal lights are wired into the same plug as body mounted turn signals, so they can work in unison with them. Along with factory style turn signal lights, the aftermarket offers more stylish LED turn signal lights, which are usually arranged to form an arrow. The LEDs are positioned behind the glass, giving the side mirrors a truly exotic and unique look.