In-car tech from General Motors can make your caravan ‘invisible’ so you can see the road behind
The technology aims to make towing a caravan much safer when merging, overtaking or turning on motorways
DRIVING with a trailer can be a daunting experience for motorists of all skill levels.
But new technology could make it a whole lot easier when it comes time to tow your caravan next holiday season.
General Motors has revealed a new feature which makes your trailer look "invisible" on the rear-view monitor.
The technology uses a series of cameras mounted on the rear bumper of your car and the rear of the trailer to give the driver a clear line of sight.
It aims to make towing a caravan much safer by increasing visibility when merging, overtaking or turning on motorways.
The feature is currently only available in the US, and was debuted using the 2020 Sierra Heavy Duty truck.
It's not known whether European manufacturers will explore the technology.
Jaclyn McQuaid, vehicle chief engineer at General Motor, said: "Trailering is the most important consideration for Sierra Heavy Duty customers, and the new features and technologies in the 2020 Sierra HD make it easier than ever to hitch a trailer and tow it confidently."
It's not the first time a car manufacturer has tried to improve visibility while driving.
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Land Rover revealed their version of "invisible" car technology in 2015, which allows drivers to see through the bonnet of their vehicle to help navigate difficult terrain.
It uses a camera mounted underneath the car to project an image of the ground onto the windscreen.
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