Night driving carries a different rhythm than daytime travel. The roads feel calmer, the world quieter, yet visibility fades and judgment becomes harder. Distances blur, obstacles hide in shadows, and reaction time matters more than ever. One of the most common challenges after dark is headlight glare from cars behind you. Bright beams flashing in the rearview mirror can strain your eyes and steal focus in an instant. What many drivers don’t realize is that their car already holds a simple solution.
Most vehicles include a small tab or lever on the rearview mirror designed to reduce glare. With a quick adjustment, the mirror shifts angle and softens the reflection of bright headlights behind you. This feature has existed for decades, yet countless drivers never use it. In newer cars, the process is even easier. Automatic dimming mirrors sense light intensity and darken on their own, then return to normal once the glare passes.
