Posted by JML755 on January 06, 2011 at 06:35:42 from (66.184.63.110):
Just heard on the news this AM that the govt is mandating that ALL cars/trucks have backup cameras within 4 yrs, IIRC. Story was about how this was a windfall for suppliers that make them. They talked about the billions this will cost car companies but you and I both know that this cost will be passed on to us as consumers when we buy a vehicle.
My daughter has one in her Jeep and I've driven it numerous times and find it to be useless/distracting. It is NO substitute for looking around when backing out of your driveway or parking. Plus, how much will it cost to get these things fixed? Will the govt MANDATE that you have a working unit in your vehicle? I.e. will the car not start if it's not operative?
All the electronic gizmos are fine and dandy for those that want them. But this is just another example of some bureaucrat in DC deciding what's best for you and me without a care for whether a) we want it b) we can afford it c) it does any good for the cost invested.
On a similar topic, I was amazed when I learned my 8 yr old nephew STILL has to ride in a car seat. All due to govt regulations.
I've voiced my concerns to my govt representatives about stuff like this and I might as well be talking to my tractor. Actually, my tractor probably has more sense than most of them. :lol:
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