How Much Do You Know About Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirrors?

As a driver, you may be wondering, "What in the world is an auto-dimming rearview mirror?" You may have never heard of them before now. You may not even know how they work, or why having one would be incredibly useful. Fortunately, your friends at Autobahn Motors are here to break it down for you.

Simply put, auto-dimming mirrors keep the headlights shone by cars behind you from being too bright in your rearview mirror. This helps protect your eyes, and give you better visibility at night. It also increases your level of safety when driving. So, how do these things work?

When headlights shine brightly upon your rearview mirror, an auto-dimming mirror will darken the mirror to prevent the headlights beam from appearing too bright. A sensor detects the shine of the high-beams and tells a microprocessor to dim the mirror. Then, you can enjoy a safe night drive, glare-free.