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Caravan gadgets: Reversing camera systems

by Holly Tribe

There’s a huge range of caravan gadgets on the market designed to make life on the road that little bit easier. A caravan reversing camera is a nifty piece of kit that has both practical and safety benefits.

The most advanced models operate using wireless technology transmitting images from a rear mounted camera to a monitor on the dashboard.

View a clip of the Trailer Vision reversing camera in action here

The rear-view camera shows the driver exactly what’s going on behind the caravan to help inform driving manoeuvres, and avoid nasty bumps and scrapes. The camera can also be positioned on the rear of the towcar to help guide the driver when the time comes to hitch the caravan up to the towball.

There are several variations on the market, here’s a few to get you started.

Indic8tor

Indic8tor offers a weatherproof camera with anti-shake filters for a more stable picture. The 5″ flat screen colour monitor, adjustable mounting brackets and camera are offered for £269.99 as a self-fit package – although the firm does provide a helpline number should further assistance be required!

The RoadEye

The RoadEye system now comes with a ‘multi-camera’ option which allows the driver set up multiple cameras and switch between different views. Particularly useful if the driver wants to get a view of the hitch, and the rear-view without having to move the camera.

Trailer Vision

Another wireless option from an independent UK company. It offers a digital wireless (DW) system, which is reportedly interference free and can be run at the same time as other wireless and bluetooth devices.

If you decide to fit a reversing camera it could be worth notifying your insurance company in case they offer a discount for having the extra safety device installed.

Here’s a clip of the Trailer Vision reversing camera in action: