Glossary / General

rear camera

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A rear camera is a small camera on the back of your car that shows what’s behind you. It helps when parking or backing up to avoid hitting objects.

Technical Definition

A rear camera is a secondary camera mounted on the back of a vehicle, providing visibility behind the car. It’s often used in parking or reversing situations and can be part of a dual‑camera dash cam system.

Hear It Discussed

"And I got the accessory rear camera. The rear is actually very small and it fits right up in the top of your rear window."
Should You Buy a Used EV? The AutoGuide Show 21:46

"…make sure you get the one with the R that's the rear camera last week we discovered rear end accidents are the most common accidents…"
122 - The all-electric Ute? This landscaper owns one! Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars - The EV Podcast 01:06

"... applying a piece of tape or even better a band-aid so you don't leave adhesive on the rear camera. Depending on what software you're on, that may or may not work."
Episode 559: Model S and X Get Signature Edition Sendoff Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast 48:55