They're also putting on proximity devices. Warning lights and or buzzers for
the
driver when they're getting too close to an object while backing up.
Paul A
"Robert E. Shlafer" wrote:
> Actually, Pat....
>
> Quite a few. I did a little research today...
> vans, Minivans, SUV's, etc. backing up
> into objects (like Spridgets, fr'instance!)
> which are below the "line of sight" out
> the rear window(s) when using the
> normal center rear view mirror is more an epidemic than we think. Very,
> very common accident these days.
>
> The drivers of such vehicle's should be
> using the side mirrors as well but
> even so there would be that "mini blind
> spot" low to the ground back there.
>
> Thus, electronics mfgrs. have recently
> come out with a rear bumper mounted
> camera. It's lens is mounted on about a 6"
> "plate", it's "monitor" placed internally
> for easy viewing by the driver as he/she
> checks the normal rear view mirror before
> and during backing maneuvers.
>
> This is something brand new as I understand it and one can only hope
> it's
> cost and availability will allow it to be installed cheaply and quickly
> on as many
> of these vehicles as possible, especially
> those who live near me! :)
>
> Cap'n. Bob
> '60 :{)
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