June 6th is National Eyewear Day! It was founded to celebrate the benefits of eyewear and how improved vision can impact our daily lives. Vision is especially important when it comes to driving. Why do you need to wear your glasses while driving? Let’s take a look.
Field of Vision
Your field of vision is the area you can see while looking straight ahead. This includes your central vision, which is your clear, direct sight.
Field of vision also includes your peripheral vision, which is what you can see out of the corner of your eyes, without turning your head. Drivers rely on peripheral vision to support a number of tasks while driving, such as maintaining speed and lane position and detecting potential hazards. 
In order to drive safely, you need to be able to see clearly in both your central vision and your peripheral vision.
Vision Requirements
How much vision you need in order to get your driver’s license varies depending on which state you live in. In California, for example, you need 20/40 vision with both eyes tested together, or 20/40 in one eye and at least 20/70 in the other eye. If you fail your vision exam, you may be referred to an eye specialist before you’re able to reapply for your license.
When Are Glasses Needed?
In most cases, if you wear glasses or corrective lenses in your daily life, you will need to wear them when you drive. When you earn your driver’s license, the department will let you know when you’re required to wear your corrective lenses. Some drivers will have a restriction on their license that indicates they may only drive when wearing their corrective lenses. Other drivers may be able to see well enough during the day, but their vision isn’t strong enough at night to be able to drive safely.
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June 6th is National Eyewear Day! It was founded to celebrate the benefits of eyewear and how improved vision can impact our daily lives. Vision is especially important when it comes to driving. Why do you need to wear your glasses while driving? Let’s take a look.