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Ford’s new “smart mirror” isn’t a mirror at all: See how it works

A new Ford innovation could help make streets safer and improve things for all road users — drivers, bikers, and pedestrians alike.

by Jordan Golson
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The Ford Transit is one of the most popular delivery vehicles in the world. But a huge number of them have windowless cargo areas that restrict rear visibility. The only option was to use the side mirrors. But Ford has something to fix that.

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Ford calls it the “Smart Mirror” and it’s a digital rear-view mirror that connects to a camera installed on the back of the van and shows the driver what’s behind them in real time.

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