backup camera

Parking vision aid

A backup camera is a video camera mounted on the rear of a vehicle that displays what's behind when reversing, helping drivers avoid collisions with obstacles, other vehicles, or pedestrians.

Standard equipment on most new cars since the 2010s: The backup camera saved me from hitting a shopping cart.

Also called a rearview camera or reversing camera.

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viewing technology

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Reflector showing trailing vehicles

side mirrors · wing mirrors · rear window · convex mirror · blind spot mirror

directional orientation

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Display-facing phone lens

dashcam · dash cam

driving mode

backup cameracruise control

Automatic velocity maintenance system

heads-up display

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G