[quote=Timetrvlr;157743]RE: Side Mirrors

These could be eliminated if we had cameras mounted to view both blind spots and monitors to display the views. I would think this will have to be a factory design and install to increase aerodynamic efficiency.

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The use of cameras with side mirrors to view blind spots is currently being utilized by some auto manufactures such as Volvo in some of their models.

However, replacing the side mirrors with just cameras and monitors is unlikely to occur just for aerodynamic efficiency due to cost factors. It is unlikely that the current combination of camera and monitors is cheaper than just a side view mirror. As for aerodynamic efficiency, how much of a mpg hit occurs with side view mirrors?

2005 AWD Escape Hybrid
Best Interstate tank trip MPG 39.02 (scangauge II) for 402 miles on I-70, 10.3 gallons used over mostly flat terrain. Aug. 2007

Best Interstate tank trip E30 MPG 34.6 for 271 miles along I-80 in Indiana and Ohio. May 2008

Best multiple road tank trip E30 MPG 36.2 for 202 miles in Southwestern Pa. July 2008.