Vehicle Safety Systems
Parking Sensors & Cameras for Increased Safety
Does your vehicle have more blind spots than a bat? See the light with a backup sensor or rear view camera to visualize what's in your blind spot, and help with parking. Parking sensors and cameras are mainly offered as optional accessories on larger vehicles such as RVs, SUVs, and trucks, though some are offered on cars. Aftermarket cameras, monitors, sensors, and complete systems are available for any type of motor vehicle, including sedans. Backup systems fall into two categories: sensors and cameras. Sensors placed on bumpers use technologies such as ultrasound, lasers, and radar to sense objects around the car and then sound a warning when you come too close. Some also offer visual warnings in the form of an in-dash LED display. Backup cameras, on the other hand, are mounted on the back of the vehicle (sometimes in the license plate frame), and display an image on a monitor, much like your rear-view mirror. Both cameras and sensors are also used for help with parallel parking. In fact, soon vehicles will be able to park themselves. If you're interested in driving more safely today, a backup sensor or camera will alert you to objects behind you, and can also be used for help parking. Rear view cameras are typically mounted on the back of the vehicle and offer wide-angle lenses that help you see everything from the left to right bumper of your car. They're angled to the ground, so you can see the road behind you, as well as any children or objects in the way. According to the NHTSA, such camera systems have the best potential to reduce backover accidents out of any vehicle sensory technology they have tested. Backup sensors or parking assistance devices are built to withstand weather, but neither they nor backup cameras are foolproof. The systems are highly reliable, but extreme weather conditions such as fog, snow, heavy rain, or even sun glare can reduce their effectiveness. Don't rely on the devices alone; use them to enhance your driving skills. Nothing replaces driver responsibility and good sense. |
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Safety Equipment Auto Insurance Discounts
Driving a safe vehicle not only protects you and your passengers; it also protects your wallet. Car insurance companies often offer discounts to drivers whose vehicles are equipped with certain safety features. What Is Vehicle Safety Equipment?Vehicle safety equipment refers to any added device that increases your safety and/or decreases the likelihood of your car being stolen. Blind Spot Detection and Lane-Departure Warning Systems These systems aren’t the same; however, they work together really well to decrease your chances of an accident.
Rearview Cameras Also called backup cameras, these are popping up as factory-installed devices in many newer cars. Rearview cameras help you see other vehicles or objects you might not catch in your rear- and side-view mirrors. Asking for Safety Equipment DiscountsBecause discounts and their terms vary amongst car insurance companies, you’ll need to speak with each one to determine which features of your vehicle might save you money. Before you speak with an insurance agent about auto insurance discounts for vehicle safety equipment, take note of these points:
Source - DMV.org |
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Echomaster PMA-AdNor
Converts DIN Cable to RCA & Power$9.99 -
Echomaster PA-DISPLAY
VISUAL ALERT FOR PARKALERT SENSORS$13.59 -
Echomaster PCA-1015
23’ DIN to Power/RCA with voltage regulator (used with most PCAM- universal cameras)$15.99
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Echomaster PMM-Hd-Brk
Honda Adaptor for Rear View Mirror [use with PMM- range]$19.99 -
Advent PSB120
Parking assist system with 4 sensor and dual color LED Display - Installation Included
Regular Price: $119.99
Special Price: $29.99
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Echomaster EMSP7-B
Add-On Sensors for EMPV7-B Kit$42.00
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Refurbished Pioneer ND-BC8
2015 Universal Rear-View Camera$59.99 -
Echomaster PCAM-BS1
Flexible Housing Self-Adhesive Blind Spot Camera$85.00 -
Echomaster Cam-02-N
1/4" CMOS Universal Mount Mirror Image Camera$89.99
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Alpine HCE-C114
Universal rear-view camera$94.95 -
NDBC8
2015 Universal Rear-View Camera$95.00 -
IBEAM TE-50VS and TE-SSC
Universal 5" Color Video Screen with Back up Camera includedRegular Price: $199.99
Special Price: $99.99
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Echomaster CAM-DPL
Back Up Camera with Dynamic Parking Lines$99.99 -
Echomaster EMPV7-B
Back-Up Navigator One Box Fits All Universal Reverse Detection System$105.00 -
Echomaster PCAM-360-N
CMOS Adjustable Angle Side, Front or Rear Mount Camera with Parking Lines$119.00