Adding an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) reverse camera to a van provides the universal safety and parking benefits of any reverse camera, plus specific advantages related to seamless integration with the vehicle's existing systems and a factory-fitted appearance.
Universal Benefits of a Van Reverse Camera
- Enhanced safety: A reverse camera significantly improves driver awareness by eliminating large rear blind spots, a critical safety hazard in panel vans without rear windows. This helps drivers spot children, pets, pedestrians, and obstacles, reducing the risk of accidents.
- Easier parking and manoeuvring: The camera feed makes navigating tight city spaces, parking lots, and narrow alleys much simpler and less stressful.
- Damage prevention: By providing a clear view of the area behind the van, the camera helps drivers avoid minor bumps and collisions with unseen obstacles, saving on potentially significant repair costs.
- Peace of mind: Increased visibility and awareness lead to greater driver confidence when reversing, which is especially beneficial for larger vehicles.
- Potential insurance benefits: Fewer accidents and claims can lead to lower insurance premiums for commercial operators, and video footage can provide legal protection in an incident.
Specific Benefits of an OEM System
- Seamless integration: OEM cameras are designed to work perfectly with your van's existing infotainment screen or rearview mirror display, rather than requiring an additional, separate monitor on the dashboard.
- Factory appearance: These cameras are custom-fit to the specific vehicle model, often replacing an existing boot handle or brake light, making them discreet and look like a factory-installed feature.
- Guaranteed compatibility and quality: An OEM product ensures full compatibility with the van's electronic systems and is typically built to the manufacturer's quality standards, often with robust weatherproofing.
- Integrated features: OEM systems often feature advanced, integrated features such as dynamic parking guidelines that move in sync with the steering wheel, providing highly accurate manoeuvring assistance.
- Warranty coverage: The camera system is often covered under the vehicle's original warranty, offering peace of mind regarding potential faults or issues.
- Increased resale value: Because rear-view cameras are a mandatory safety feature on all newer vehicles in some regions, having a properly integrated OEM system can increase the van's desirability and resale value.
**Due to variations in models/ radio versions/ vehicles prices vary, we advise you to contact us for a quote. The price advertised is only a deposit to book you in and order the required parts. This cannot be refunded once we have confirmed materials are ordered.
