> We got a big bang for the seat belt. But backup cameras cost around $5.7 million dollars in cost for every one life saved. Where does that figure come from?

> We got a big bang for the seat belt. But backup cameras cost around $5.7 million dollars in cost for every one life saved. Where does that figure come from? Car sellers don't sell OEM cameras at cost. They have a ridiculous markup (between 5x & 10x and yes that includes certification & testing). Your $500 dollar reverse cam is cost at ~$50. By mandating them, the 'luxury!' margin will magically disappear.