What is the best way to check your blind spots?

The best way to check your blind spots is by checking your mirrors and turning your head. This method combines the use of your side and rearview mirrors with a physical turn of your head to look over your shoulder. The mirrors can provide a good view of the areas behind and beside your vehicle, but they may not capture everything, especially in zones referred to as blind spots. By turning your head, you ensure a comprehensive view of those areas that might not be visible through mirrors alone. This practice enhances safety by allowing you to spot other vehicles or obstacles that could be in your path before making maneuvers such as changing lanes or merging.

The other methods are insufficient because relying solely on mirrors fails to account for blind spots, while ignoring checks altogether is unsafe and can lead to accidents. Therefore, the combination of using mirrors and turning your head is the most effective approach to safe driving.