Wabash is making the Phillips REAR-VU backup camera a standard option on all new dry van trailers in 2025. The company claims it is the first trailer manufacturer to make REAR-VU a standard option.

While backing incidents remain a frequent challenge for flees, the REAR-VU camera provides real-time, high-definition video from behind the trailer, helping drivers navigate tight or congested areas. By scanning a QR code on the trailer nose, drivers can access live footage, offering an additional layer of visibility in busy yards, at loading docks, and in urban environments, according to a news release.

“This collaboration with Wabash represents a significant step forward for the industry,” said Dan Forthoffer, vice-president of research and development at Phillips Industries, in the release. “We developed the REAR-VU Camera to provide consistent visibility for any driver operating a trailer, regardless of ownership. It’s a practical solution aimed at improving safety across the board, similar to the impact in-car backup cameras have had in the automotive industry. Wabash is the first trailer manufacturer to make REAR-VU a standard option on trailers, and we look forward to seeing how these devices perform in the field so we can expand the offering.”