New Mazda3 Has No Built-in Reversing Camera

While most new car models these days are being equipped with a reversing camera, one car manufacturer has decided to go against the flow. Many expected that the entry level Neo model of the popular Mazda3 to have a built-in camera system when it went on sale locally after the car maker announced a pricing adjustment as a result of a free trade agreement between Australia and Japan. However, it seemed that Mazda has decided to omit the popular car accessory.

Instead, the car maker made rear parking sensors and alloy wheels standard on the Neo. In contrast, some of the cheapest cars on the market, including the Toyota Yaris and Honda Jazz, now have cameras as standard equipment.

Martin Benders, head of Mazda Australia, defended the car maker’s decision, saying that drivers shouldn’t be solely relying on camera systems to guard against driveway accidents involving young children. “I expect that people who drive cars take care and attention about how they drive their cars. Reversing cameras are not infallible. They're more an aid but so are reverse parking sensors and they will pick up obstacles in the same way,” he said.

Benders added that he hasn’t received any complaints from Mazda customers about the lack of a rear view camera system in their cars. “It might surprise you, but I don't have a string of customer complaints or comments saying, 'where's my reversing camera?”

Benders’ comments raised some eyebrows at the media conference when Mazda announced the launch of the new Mazda3. However, the Mazda Australia boss later clarified the point he was making, explaining that he didn’t mean to downplay the role of cameras as a safety aid. What he was merely trying to say is that drivers must also have to take responsibility for their actions and not just rely on crash-avoidance technology.

But whether you agree with Benders or not, you cannot deny that cameras indeed make excellent driving safety aids. Previous studies in the United States have shown that reversing cameras can help minimise driveway accidents and potential collisions when reversing your car.

So if you have bought yourself a new Mazda3 Neo, it certainly helps to purchase a camera system for your vehicle. Not only does it help you prevent driveway accidents, which can be a huge help if you have small children at home, it also makes your car more manoeuvrable.

If you’re looking for quality cameras for your vehicle, be sure to visit Elinz Electronics. We offer a wide range of versatile and durable camera systems, including caravan 2 camera systems, designed for different types of vehicles.

Reversing Camera Kit Makes Driveways Safer and More Child-Friendly

According to Kidsafe WA, a child prevention foundation in Western Australia, one child is accidentally run over in their own driveway every week in Australia. What's more alarming is that 4WDs are not the only types of vehicles involved in such unfortunate situations. Many popular family sedans are also being tagged as the culprit because of having extensive blind spots.

The death or risk of serious injury to children caused by driveway accidents has captured the attention of everyone in Australia. Throughout the years, the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development, as well as many road safety and injury specialists have examined such incidents and come up with potential solutions to prevent such tragedies. One of these solutions is the installation of a reversing camera kit in one's vehicle.

Young children are naturally inquisitive and want to see what's going on, according to Kidsafe WA. They are surprisingly fast and before you know it, they have already placed themselves into the path of a moving vehicle. Because of this inquisitiveness, they are at a greater risk of being involved in a driveway accident. But with the help of a rear view camera, you can protect your kids and keep them safe.

One of the advantages of having reversing cameras is that they allow you to see objects at the back of your car immediately. They give you more time to react and stop your vehicle. Parking sensors, on the other hand, don't usually work fast enough and with them, you may not notice a small child behind your car until it is too late to stop.

Today, newer car models are being sold with built-in cameras because of the added safety they provide car owners and their families with. However, you don't have to buy a new car just to prevent fatal accidents from occurring right in your driveway. There are a wide range of aftermarket camera systems that you can purchase and install in your vehicle. Regardless of whether you own a 4WD, a small van, or a family sedan, you can be sure to find a camera kit, including rearview mirror monitor reversing camera, that matches your specific requirements.

At Elinz Electronics, we offer top quality reversing camera at very affordable prices. We have RCA and 4PIN camera systems for caravans and trucks. We also have camera systems with rear view mirror monitors for cars and other smaller vehicles. Visit us today and make your driveway safer and more child-friendly.

5 Useful Tips for Owners of Wireless Reversing Camera Systems

 A wireless reversing camera is the perfect choice for vehicle owners who want to install a camera system in their car without having to deal with cables and wires. As compared to wired camera systems, the wireless ones are much easier to set up. It is easy to transfer to another vehicle, too. But just like any electronic device, there are things that must do and remember to prevent it from malfunctioning. Discussed below are some of them.

No 1: Always follow the user's manual during installation. Easy installation has always been one of the biggest reasons why vehicle owners love wireless cameras systems. All you have to do is hook the system up to your car's power source and you're done. You don't have to hire a professional installer, too. However, make sure that you thoroughly read and understand the instructions written on the user's manual prior to installation. This is to prevent short circuit and other accidents that can cause damage to both the device and your vehicle.

No 2: Do not twist or bend the camera's antenna. The wireless camera relies on its antenna to send to and receive signals from the monitor. If the antenna breaks, gets bent, or damaged, the signal and, therefore, the images being transmitted to the monitor might be affected. As such, you should never mess with the antenna to prevent distorted and blurry images.

No 3: Make sure that the camera is firmly secured to the back of your vehicle. Because the car reversing camera system doesn't have wires, it can be quite easy for the camera to fall off from your vehicle if it isn't secured properly. Therefore, tighten the screws of the camera as much as possible to prevent them from coming loose and causing the camera to fall off.

No 4: Take care of the camera. The camera will be exposed to the elements, not to mention a huge amount of dust, debris, and soot. As a result, it will become dirty over time. To prevent corrosion and to ensure that accumulated dirt won't impede with the camera's view, take the time to clean the device after using your vehicle.

No 5: Call the seller for help. In case you're having serious problems with the wireless rear view camera, call the seller up for assistance, especially if the device is still covered by the warranty. Don't attempt to open up the camera or any of its parts and fix it on your own. Otherwise, it will void the warranty. The seller might know how to fix the camera system up without resorting to extreme measures.