Blindspot monitoring to go mainstream?

Strategy Analytics reports the market for automotive blindspot monitoring systems will grow to nearly 4 million units by 2012 as consumers seek better vehicular safety features, while manufacturers strive to offer compelling, differentiated products. Strategy Analytics forecasts show that safety systems will provide the greatest growth in automotive electronic system dollar demand. The Leftlane Perspective: It will be interesting to see how companies market blindspot warning systems. While they may be intended as an emergency warning system rather than a replacement for looking over one's shoulder, countless drivers will surely view it as replacement, rather than a supplement. It will be interesting to see the legal issues that arise when something goes wrong.