Camera's Vs Mirror's

By March 31st 2010 all heavy goods vehicles that have a maximum permissible weight exceeding 3,5 tons and that were registered after January 1st 2000 need to have a blind spot solution in place whether it be a mirror, for example a Dobli blind spot mirror or a camera system supplied by a company such as brigade electronics.

The EU “blind spot” directive states that the driver needs to be able to see all sides of the vehicle thus making the installation of camera a little more complicated as all camera views need to be displayed the screen at the same time.

As I understand it, each countries government needs to interpret the law, (Directive 2007/38/EC) individually this could change, making the cameras safer and a more flexible long term solution due to the ability to record & store footage. Right now, it would appear that mirrors are the most obvious, immediate and cheapest blind spot solution available. Cameras make an interesting alternative as they will give a much better all round view with the option to save, playback footage taken by the camera’s. Assuming that camera’s are deemed a suitable blind spot solution I would favour camera over mirrors due to there technical ability.

If you had your choice, what would you use?