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We know it’s a completely biased statement coming from us, but we’ll reiterate it every chance we get: visibility is vital, and we hang our hat on improving it whenever possible!

Although safety systems were recently made standard by most makers, many vehicles feature overly thick pillars, small windows, bad sightlines, and/or high dashboards--the main offenders when it comes to hindering visibility. Here are a few: 

Porsche Boxster

In the land of compact roadsters, the Boxster makes drivers of all heights struggle with visibility, as the roof hinders sight when it isn't in convertible mode...

The results of our search for the “deadliest vehicles” on the road today in America came as no shock to us. 

In fact, there’s a high chance that the person reading (and writing) this has either driven or owned one of the vehicles on the list.

In no particular order, we’ve singled out some of the deadliest in each of the vehicle categories, from a study done by Value Penguin.

Some of these might ring very close to home, as their popularity definitely plays a part in the high accident rates just by default .

• Ford F Series

Ford trucks like the F-150 and its family of pickups are among the most popular...

Chances are, you’ve turned on the news in recent weeks only to be bombarded with stories about “record breaking” weather events. 

Whether it be flooding, massive thunderstorms, floods, or extreme heat, it seems that extreme weather conditions have been ramping up lately (and just think, hurricane season isn’t even here yet!). 

Here at Rear View Safety, we believe it’s better to be prepared for Mother Nature than to be surprised by her, and these products are just some of the ways we try to plan ahead when it comes to facing the elements and the havoc they wreak. 

After all, who wants wet, stalled-out,...

This July 4th feels different. Americans will be hitting the highways in droves, and who can blame them? After the pandemic, the shutdowns, and a year of limited travel, this year, Independence Day will feel just a bit more...free. 

Likewise, the most dangerous weekend of the year will probably be even deadlier in 2021, as we celebrate our re-found freedom. A reopening nation, drinking, more vehicles on the roads, and distractions in the form of fireworks and cell phones make the conditions even more hazardous than usual. 

While we do recommend the usual safety tips (don’t drink and drive,...

Name one father who doesn’t love a good gadget for their truck. I’ll wait. 

You can’t! 

The problem is choosing which gadget to get him, seeing as how the internet is teeming with all kinds of cool tech nowadays.

So we’ve gone ahead and narrowed down the list to what we think are some of the coolest pieces of tech that Dad will actually put to use and may even increase the lifespan of his truck (and Dad): 

SUCTION CUP MOUNT FOR MOBILE DEVICES

It’s 2021, and if Dad doesn’t have one of these for his truck yet, you need to get him one ASAP. Though a seemingly small gesture, it says “I care for...

The reviews speak for themselves: people love the inView 360 systems and how they eliminate blind spots with their revolutionary Around Vehicle Monitoring System.

However, here at RVS, we know every little detail is critical when it comes to safety. So when we received some feedback about how long (and sometimes tricky) the calibration process could be, we got to work on streamlining it...

The calibration process combines images from every camera angle (front, back, left, and right) to make a 360° birds-eye view of a vehicle’s surrounding space; it’s the defining feature of the InView 360° HD Around...

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Our featured product of April is the RVS-9000 Waterproof Dome Camera.

Waterproof Dome Camera

The RVS-9000 Dome Camera comes with a color Sony® CCD sensor and a lens with a viewing angle of 150° for indoor and surveillance purposes. With 24 infra-red lights, the camera view at night will be almost as clear as day.

• Completely waterproof - IP66 rating
• Perfect for indoor and surveillance purposes
• 24 infra-red lights - ultimate night vision
• 150° all-encompassing viewing angle
• Casing allows the camera to swivel 360°

We offer an analog HD version of this dome camera, the RVS-9000-AHD. This AHD version...

Update: Please note that this coupon code was retired on July 2nd, 2020.

Dear Truckers,

You are on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19,
and you are making our nation proud.  Your hard work does not go unnoticed.

In these uneasy times, Rear View Safety wants to show our appreciation
for those working long, dangerous hours to deliver important goods to those in
need.

Thank you for your dedication to doing what you do best,
keeping on trucking.

Together, we will win this fight.

Please use coupon code THANKSTRUCKERS10 at checkout.

St. Patrick’s Day has long been the day designated to celebrate the Irish roots of approximately 34.2 million Americans. However, St. Patrick’s Day is also a very dangerous day for driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, between 2012 to 2016 during the St. Patrick’s Day holiday period, there were 269 fatalities due to drunk driving crashes. If you're going to celebrate with alcohol, be sure to remember the following precautions.

Safety Tips

Plan ahead. Decide how you are going to get home before you go out. If you plan on drinking alcohol, designate a sober, reliable...

We will "spring forward" one hour starting early Sunday morning. Because the day is only 23 hours long, we will lose an hour of sleep. We will "fall back" into standard time on Sunday Nov. 1. We don't go back to standard time until Sunday, Nov. 1. Remember to turn back any analog clocks. This time of year is also a good time to look for vehicle recalls and check/change the batteries in your smoke alarms.

Checking for safety recalls is very important, but it is also very easy. Every vehicle has a unique VIN. Enter a VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to learn if your specific vehicle needs to be repaired...

Living in New York, you always have to have a few backup plans for getting around. When I hear the trains are delayed, I take the bus. A few weeks ago I took the bus home and something strange happened. The driver went off the scheduled route and started making strange stops. Passengers were uneasy, and I got off at the first stop I could and ended up taking a different subway line home.

If the bus was equipped with a Mobilemule™ Mobile DVR series, geo fencing would allow the fleet manager to get an alert when the vehicle deviates off the predetermined route.

DVR's are perfect for fleet managers...

Winter weather and measurable snowfall has already started in many parts of the country.

Below are some tips from AAA on driving harsh conditions, please stay safe out there.

AAA Driving Tips

• Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads.
• Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Accelerating, stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as on dry pavement...

The driver shortage is still a perennial industry issue. It ranked as the top industry concern for the 2nd consecutive year in 2018 by the American Transportation Research Institute.

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) estimates that turnover can cost trucking companies as much as $5,000 per driver. If your company loses five drivers this year, you may spend as much as $25,000 to recruit and hire new drivers.

There are many great ways to retain drivers...

The Super Bowl is an exciting event. I will be watching the game this Sunday, along with around 114 million people. As a native Kansan, I'll be cheering on my beloved Chiefs. Whether you are hosting a party or simply attending one, it's important to have a plan ahead of time that prevents drunk driving. We already know drunk driving is dangerous. 28 people die from an alcohol related crash in the US every day.

• Be responsible when drinking alcohol. Know your limits and be watchful of what your friends are consuming as well.
• Have a designated driver or use ride sharing services. Decide how you are...

A wireless sensor solution, the RVS-125 SenseStat® Wireless Obstacle Detection Sensor System displays distance, accurate to within one-inch, allowing the driver to identify the precise location of an obstruction when backing up a tractor-trailer.

Sensestat® Wireless Obstacle Detection Sensor

The RVS-125 Sensestat® Wireless Obstacle Detection Sensor system is the next generation of sensor systems. No need to run cabling through this vehicle with this wireless system. The four waterproof sensors mount to the vehicle's bumper, while LCD module sits on the dash and provides visual and aural alarms...

Happy 2020! January is here! Our featured product of December is the RVS-813 Dual Lens Backup Camera.

Dual Lens Camera

The RVS-813 has a unique design allowing for one mounting with 2 cameras with different viewpoints. Each camera has a viewing angle of 130° with 480 TV lines for the best quality image. The Infra-Red Lights on each camera allow vision at night up to 50ft.

Rear View Safety has teamed up with Safe Fleet Brands American Vans and Pull Tarps to offer exclusive savings on product bundles.

American Van Equipment began manufacturing and supplying local companies with ladder racks and van shelving in 1978.

Unlike many truck tarp companies, Pulltarps products are manufactured at our location in El Cajon, California. Because Pulltarps manufactures all aspects of the system, customization is a quick and easy process. 

Please take a look at the links below for more information:

Rear View Safety + American Van

Rear View Safety + Pull Tarps