Glossary / General

blind spots

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Blind spots are places around the car that the driver or the car's sensors can't see. This can make it hard to know if something is there.

Technical Definition

Blind spots are areas around a vehicle that the driver or the vehicle's sensors cannot see or detect easily. In self-driving cars, blind spots can cause the AI to miss important information like nearby obstacles or collisions.

Hear It Discussed

"But you know, there's some huge blind spots formed by those. The, the huge rear pillar stuff on, you know, I mean the world of backup camera standard now for, for decade plus, and all the sensors,..."
2026 Dodge Charger R/T Talking Cars (MP3) 27:56

"And it just, you get really good visibility and very few blind spots. [1958.7s] So I don't know if everyone knows what you're talking about."
New Lexus ES, Airbag Thefts on the Rise, Best Adventure Vehicles Car Stuff Podcast 32:34

"Turn your head completely to check and [3407.7s] recheck blind spots. No, I guess keep your head forward and check your dang mirrors."
Speed Cameras are a Scam & Driver "Safety" Courses SwitchCast 56:41