What is a reversing camera? Reverse cameras are small, wide-angle cameras mounted in the rear of a vehicle, and connected either to the infotainment screen on the instrument panel, or a small monitor in the rear-view mirror itself.
When the driver starts reversing, the camera screen automatically appears to show the rear of the car. Some systems feature lines on the screen, called “moving parking guidelines”, as a guide to show the path of the direction of the car to further help the driver to reverse accurately.
Manufacturers are starting to include reversing cameras as a standard safety feature on new car models, but you don’t have to buy a brand-new vehicle to be able to enjoy the technology. In addition, many current car owners are having them installed on their older cars for their many benefits. Reversing cameras are intended to help you judge the distance between your car and other vehicles or objects behind you. Here are four ways rear-view cameras can make your car safer:
Eliminate Blind Spots
The rear-view mirror on your car can only show you so much, and even turning your head to look around while you back your car up does not always allow you to take in everything around you. A reverse camera on your car helps eliminate blind spots as you back up. Additionally, some cars come with sensors, so you know when something is in your blind spot that you still can not see on the reversing camera.
Keep Children and Pets Safe
Children are small, and most pets are low to the ground. Both children and animals can remain out of view as you back up your car in your driveway and parking spaces. A reverse camera shows you what is directly behind your car. Some cameras show a wider area than others, but a reversing camera, installed on your car, can save the lives of your children and pets.
Parking
Busy car parks are a complete disaster when you’re trying to back your car out of a tight spot. Parallel parking on a busy street is even more of a nightmare. A reverse camera can protect you against backing into or even just grazing another car as you try to complete these tasks.
Traffic
Imagine being in a situation where either the car in front of you in a busy traffic needs to back up a little bit or it is your car that must back up. Reverse cameras make this backing up an easy and stress-free process.
Reverse cameras can help prevent injury or death, as well as damage to your car and those around you. They are helpful when you need to judge the distance between you and other cars and objects. Regardless if your car comes with a reverse camera pre-installed or if you install it yourself, it provides a handful of safety addition for you, your family and those you share the road with. You will be more prepared in car parks, traffic and at your own home.
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