Are NEVs required to have mirrors on both sides?

In the context of Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) and safety inspection regulations, the requirement for mirrors is rooted in ensuring adequate visibility for the driver while navigating roads. The regulations state that only the driver's side mirror is mandatory for NEVs. This is to provide the driver with improved visibility of approaching vehicles and other hazards from the left side, where the majority of traffic and pedestrian interactions occur.

Having only the driver's side mirror allows NEVs to meet safety standards while recognizing their operational limitations and the environments in which they typically travel. NEVs are often used in less congested areas with lower speed limits, which impacts the necessity for having two mirrors as seen in traditional vehicles.

In contrast, requiring mirrors on both sides may be impractical or unnecessary for NEVs due to their design and intended use. Thus, the requirement focuses on ensuring safety without imposing excessive regulations that do not align with the vehicle's function in community settings.