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JT Moderator	Message Posted: Apr 28, 2012 9:01:00 PM Ignore JT Report Abuse Should backup cameras be mandatory standard equipment in all vehicles? Yes No No opinion Post your thoughts about this poll below.

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grandmacbc Champion Author Buffalo Posts:6,525 Points:1,427,850 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: May 5, 2012 4:32:06 AM Ignore grandmacbc Report Abuse It's more dangerous to park a sedan next an SUV or Van because you can't see around them and vehicles passing you in parking lots can't see you because your vehicle is shorter than ones next to you! Don't see where backup cameras would help this. Should be areas reserved for sedans in parking lots like in parking ramps.
Ziggy1962 Champion Author New Jersey Posts:5,736 Points:1,809,670 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: May 5, 2012 3:03:51 AM Ignore Ziggy1962 Report Abuse No.
pkhdonovan Champion Author Maine Posts:12,001 Points:2,703,105 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: May 5, 2012 2:05:04 AM Ignore pkhdonovan Report Abuse no
NavyStore Champion Author Seattle Posts:3,860 Points:2,074,495 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 11:16:01 PM Ignore NavyStore Report Abuse To many people back up and don't look where they are going, causing lots of accidents.
cssco Champion Author Virginia Posts:7,321 Points:1,749,805 Joined:Feb 2006	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 10:54:20 PM Ignore cssco Report Abuse Way too costly.
dongo50 Champion Author West Virginia Posts:14,684 Points:2,379,070 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 9:32:46 PM Ignore dongo50 Report Abuse no
ranger1169 Champion Author Harrisburg Posts:2,961 Points:510,965 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 9:26:57 PM Ignore ranger1169 Report Abuse no
rescuer Veteran Author Las Vegas Posts:322 Points:61,005 Joined:Nov 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 7:40:44 PM Ignore rescuer Report Abuse Get the drunks off the road then talk to me about paying for another expense to save .0002 lives per year.
02goldwing Rookie Author Illinois Posts:79 Points:629,080 Joined:Aug 2008	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 7:29:13 PM Ignore 02goldwing Report Abuse G.O.A.L Get Out And Look!
RxHugh Champion Author Greensboro Posts:7,597 Points:1,572,985 Joined:Feb 2003	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 7:19:43 PM Ignore RxHugh Report Abuse y
akamaikiwi Rookie Author New York Posts:12 Points:29,125 Joined:Feb 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 6:53:28 PM Ignore akamaikiwi Report Abuse No, the backup sensor is sufficient. Perhaps the backup sensor should be standard on all cars.
Bonanza Champion Author Boston Posts:12,075 Points:2,549,055 Joined:Jun 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 6:03:21 PM Ignore Bonanza Report Abuse Yes
Wingking32 Rookie Author South Carolina Posts:1 Points:8,995 Joined:Feb 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 4:43:47 PM Ignore Wingking32 Report Abuse Sorry Big Blue but I'm far from lazy. Had it not been for the one on my car a 3 yr old precious little girl would likely been a fatality when she darted out from behind the van parked beside me in a local Target parking lot. For safety, make them mandatory and remove the cd/DVD to offset the cost.
BAJALRRP Veteran Author Tacoma Posts:431 Points:1,262,135 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 4:38:40 PM Ignore BAJALRRP Report Abuse It should NOT be mandated.
skanytank Champion Author Kentucky Posts:1,236 Points:557,175 Joined:Feb 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 4:26:53 PM Ignore skanytank Report Abuse it's a decent option but not sure it must be mandated, like others said, if you want it then pay for it, simple enough...
ladymoondance Rookie Author Raleigh Posts:53 Points:280,690 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 4:14:30 PM Ignore ladymoondance Report Abuse Should NOT be mandatory.
wimpy Rookie Author Michigan Posts:1 Points:370 Joined:May 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:13:14 PM Ignore wimpy Report Abuse yes, backup cameras should be mandatory, its a safety issues.
BigBlue5 All-Star Author Spokane Posts:663 Points:134,235 Joined:Apr 2010	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 1:44:42 PM Ignore BigBlue5 Report Abuse No, Putting backup cameras in all vehicles is a waste of money. They go against what we learned in drivers school - Turn your head and look! What's wrong with that. Cameras are for lazy people.
chui Champion Author Dallas Posts:2,902 Points:2,365,555 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 1:38:00 PM Ignore chui Report Abuse yes............
AlTraveler All-Star Author Alabama Posts:596 Points:1,210,870 Joined:Mar 2008	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 12:18:10 PM Ignore AlTraveler Report Abuse yes
Maka1 Rookie Author Honolulu Posts:4 Points:178,430 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 12:13:53 PM Ignore Maka1 Report Abuse no
nordlead Veteran Author Syracuse Posts:295 Points:118,865 Joined:Jun 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 12:05:45 PM Ignore nordlead Report Abuse no, since they are 2D displays. You can't see how far away whatever it is that you are going to run over, only that it is there. They will also be low resolution. Both of those factors make human eyes looking out the rear window vastly superior. We should pass a law that says you have to look out the rear window instead.
Terdburner Champion Author Idaho Posts:5,398 Points:167,530 Joined:Nov 2010	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 11:45:30 AM Ignore Terdburner Report Abuse Mandatory. Now. My beaver insists only those who disagree will have to pay for it.
mkohly Veteran Author Chicago Posts:263 Points:24,245 Joined:Sep 2009	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 11:33:25 AM Ignore mkohly Report Abuse Should NOT be mandatory! If you need it, pay for the option, but don't force everyone to buy something they don't need. I almost never use reverse: I get to work while the parking lot is empty and call always drive into my spot, then drive out while going forward on the way home. The house has a circular drive-way so no need to ever go backwards.
Alturki83 Rookie Author San Diego Posts:1 Points:2,170 Joined:May 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 10:58:51 AM Ignore Alturki83 Report Abuse yes, it is easier and saver than not to have one.
Pspeed Champion Author Baltimore Posts:7,139 Points:928,260 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 10:39:24 AM Ignore Pspeed Report Abuse Yes, definitely. Since I only drive backwards anyway. Now I won't have to turn by head.
keo Champion Author Colorado Posts:10,245 Points:2,032,890 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 10:24:08 AM Ignore keo Report Abuse no
ricebike Champion Author New Jersey Posts:10,026 Points:1,854,745 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 9:41:17 AM Ignore ricebike Report Abuse as a fedex driver, it's a very good tool for safety i saw a kid jump on the back bumper step when I started the van; scanned all mirrors and saw him on the camera... immediately i opened the back door and scared him off :P
leveit2clever Champion Author Cleveland Posts:7,246 Points:451,635 Joined:May 2009	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 9:08:03 AM Ignore leveit2clever Report Abuse Yup. And jumper rods with jato assist underneath the car for unexpected crevasses. And air tight seals with a pop-up snorkel so you can drive underwater.
elmo_good Rookie Author Wilmington Posts:1 Points:120 Joined:May 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 8:46:19 AM Ignore elmo_good Report Abuse Cameras no, ultrasonic detectors are part of many new cars, if you want protection there are radar units available. More electronic gadgets to distract drivers. from the ad above: Rear-View Camera Kits $79.99 LCD Monitor & Color Backup. System w/Nightvision. Order Online! If you feel the need buy one but as for me no. how many people are going to be injured due to watching the camera instead of paying attention to the act of driving? What next mandate Heads Up Displays? I love the mandated air pressure monitors, like you don't know when your tires are low or flat, duh. Get out and inspect your car. Walk around it and look at it for those that don't have a clue. Like the man said "Common sense is so uncommon." elmo_good
oolalaa Rookie Author San Jose Posts:6 Points:91,595 Joined:Jan 2002	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 8:25:18 AM Ignore oolalaa Report Abuse No, because it adds cost and it's hard to use. You can't use it to steer in my experience so you're looking at your mirrors, not the camera. The alarms are better becuse you hear the obstruction (pole, pet, child) and can stop before you hit.
RevDrCBJ Veteran Author Ann Arbor Posts:363 Points:187,010 Joined:Jul 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 8:20:00 AM Ignore RevDrCBJ Report Abuse Should be optional equipment
HFAJR0034 Champion Author New Mexico Posts:6,425 Points:1,164,835 Joined:Jul 2009	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 8:15:58 AM Ignore HFAJR0034 Report Abuse yes
Lengas Champion Author Gary Posts:13,540 Points:2,715,825 Joined:Nov 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 8:08:49 AM Ignore Lengas Report Abuse Yes definitely
dwgmeg Rookie Author Ontario Posts:1 Points:3,480 Joined:Apr 2012	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 7:55:30 AM Ignore dwgmeg Report Abuse i had back up alarms on my van when i purchased it and decided to put a back-upcamera on my truck it was a god send as it help helped on many occasions where i could of hurt somebody or animal many times
N9HVP Champion Author Indiana Posts:11,703 Points:2,469,665 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 7:32:36 AM Ignore N9HVP Report Abuse Yes.
Kana All-Star Author New York Posts:508 Points:162,670 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 6:41:38 AM Ignore Kana Report Abuse Mandatory b\|u cameras, No. many of the available options on today's vehicle are for for the occupants comfort or convenience. These options also add to the price of the vehicle. B\u camera's are a benefit on some larger vehicle such as mini vans. B\u alarms are an effective warning device and less expensive than cameras. When you learn to drive you are taught to make sure the area is clear\unobstructed before backing-up. Just the same as your supposed to check your mirrors and use turn signals before changing lanes. If your vehicle is equipped with a b\u camera or blind spot monitors, etc. and you still have an accident. Are you more liable for failing to use the devices?
AlTraveler All-Star Author Alabama Posts:596 Points:1,210,870 Joined:Mar 2008	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 5:57:59 AM Ignore AlTraveler Report Abuse yes
OKRifle Champion Author Oklahoma City Posts:10,397 Points:1,808,560 Joined:Oct 2007	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 5:50:35 AM Ignore OKRifle Report Abuse No
SSchmidty Champion Author Illinois Posts:9,338 Points:1,775,255 Joined:Mar 2008	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 5:24:58 AM Ignore SSchmidty Report Abuse It's all about more safety not less!
BaLakov100 Rookie Author Missouri Posts:6 Points:550,550 Joined:Oct 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:47:52 AM Ignore BaLakov100 Report Abuse No
TxJeans Champion Author Tampa Posts:3,532 Points:368,155 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:42:36 AM Ignore TxJeans Report Abuse Nope, not mandatory. They may be nice options and market will drive price and they will likely be standard in the future. For those that think these will save lives, it isn't that simple. Too many electronics and distractions already. There are too many that are just going around in a fog and will stare blankly at the screen and ignore other sensory input around them. A camera takes active utilization by the person, just like walking around their car and using their mirrors. You cannot legislate away stupidity or accidents. Back up sensors would do more and may break through the fog of today's distracted drivers. Parents need to also take more responsibility with their kids. Period. Folks keep talking about the 22 month in FL. Well, that accident might have happened even with a camera - a kid running behind a car can happen too fast for someone to respond to regardless of a camera. That mother should have had that 22 month old firmly in tow. She was distracted and went back to her car letting the kid wander off in a busy parking lot. BUC (at the level that would be mandated) would not be of great quality. They do not have good depth of view, and do not cover all "potential" risks of backing up. Folks will rely on them rather than good common sense and their full set of senses as they focus on a screen INSIDE their car and not see the big picture. They are a tool that can be used to help, or a tool that can be used improperly and add more risk. Leave them to those that want to pay for them, and hopefully, they will be the ones to use them properly.
ranger1169 Champion Author Harrisburg Posts:2,961 Points:510,965 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:40:25 AM Ignore ranger1169 Report Abuse no
dongo50 Champion Author West Virginia Posts:14,684 Points:2,379,070 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:25:56 AM Ignore dongo50 Report Abuse no
cigarman409 Champion Author Massachusetts Posts:4,426 Points:1,824,685 Joined:Jul 2007	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:23:19 AM Ignore cigarman409 Report Abuse optional only
cigarman409 Champion Author Massachusetts Posts:4,426 Points:1,824,685 Joined:Jul 2007	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 3:22:51 AM Ignore cigarman409 Report Abuse no
Ziggy1962 Champion Author New Jersey Posts:5,736 Points:1,809,670 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 2:04:49 AM Ignore Ziggy1962 Report Abuse No.
pkhdonovan Champion Author Maine Posts:12,001 Points:2,703,105 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: May 4, 2012 2:04:42 AM Ignore pkhdonovan Report Abuse no
ranger1169 Champion Author Harrisburg Posts:2,961 Points:510,965 Joined:Apr 2011	Message Posted: May 3, 2012 9:38:00 PM Ignore ranger1169 Report Abuse no
tc17a Rookie Author South Carolina Posts:56 Points:357,845 Joined:Mar 2012	Message Posted: May 3, 2012 9:15:20 PM Ignore tc17a Report Abuse No
naw Champion Author Denver Posts:3,610 Points:490,615 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: May 3, 2012 8:05:15 PM Ignore naw Report Abuse Yes. How many times do you hear on your local news that someone had backed over a toddler and said "I didn't know he/she was there!"
JABiii Rookie Author Shreveport Posts:1 Points:21,795 Joined:Jun 2006	Message Posted: May 3, 2012 7:32:13 PM Ignore JABiii Report Abuse The only time rear view cameras should be required is when the driver's view is consistently blocked by the structure of the vehicle. Ultrasonic proximity alarms such as on many minivans and SUVs would provide adequate protection for the alert driver from items in the pathway of the vehicle.