I feel that backup cameras have become more necessary as crash safety rules have become more stringent. The belt line on cars is really high now. You can’t see as much out of the sides or the back. My car from the early 2000s definitely had windows that were lower and I had no trouble parallel parking it without a camera. I appreciate the cameras on the newer vehicles. Easier parking is great but also… not running over little kids is good too I suppose.

To our Canadian friends, I’m really sorry about all this nonsense. I love Canada just the way it is. Can’t wait for my next trip up to Toronto or Montreal. Always a good time. I’m a little worried that I might not get a warm welcome on the next trip though.