What should you do to improve visibility when backing up?

To improve visibility when backing up, turning your body and head to the right and looking out through the rear window is essential. This action allows you to have a direct view of the area directly behind your vehicle, significantly improving awareness of any potential hazards such as pedestrians, vehicles, or obstacles that may not be visible in the mirrors.

By utilizing your rear window, you can gain a broader perspective and assess the situation more effectively than relying solely on side mirrors or the front windshield. While mirrors provide essential information about the vehicle's surroundings, they may not capture objects that are immediately behind the vehicle, making it crucial to physically turn and look in that direction.

This method enhances safety by allowing for a more comprehensive assessment of the area behind you, which is especially important in low-visibility situations. Keeping your body straight and using side mirrors only limits your viewing angle, and focusing only on the front windshield restricts your awareness behind you. Additionally, keeping your eyes on the trailer's reflection in the side mirror does not provide a full view of what's directly behind the vehicle, making it less effective for safe backing maneuvers.