Auto Accessories

Wing mirror

A wing mirror (or side mirror) is a mirror found on motor vehicles for the purposes of helping the driver see areas behind and to the sides of the vehicle, outside of the driver's peripheral vision, or 'blind spot'. The term is still frequently used although almost all modern cars mount their side mirrors on the doors, normally at the "A" pillar. Some car manufacturers allow mirrors to be either manually pushed or electrically folded in, to protect them when they are parked. Passing cars can easily clip wing mirrors that stick out causing damage. However the folding capability protects them from harm. Car manufacturers sometimes incorporate the side indicator signals on the mirrors. This is due to the higher visibility to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians who would see the indicator signals at a higher height when turning.