The reversing blind spot on a bus or coach
Buses and coaches are the worst case for reversing: the vehicle is long, the cab sits far from the rear, and you're manoeuvring in depots, bus stations, and tight streets full of people. A reversing camera gives the driver a clear view of the full rear — a genuine safety upgrade for operators, drivers, and passengers.
And the modern answer is wireless: no cables to route through a 12-metre vehicle, no holes in the bodywork, and a camera you can fit in minutes.
Wireless reversing cameras for buses and coaches: what matters
- Wireless range. On a 10–15 metre bus or coach, the camera at the back has to reach the driver's cab — that's a long signal path. Our Solar Assist Magnetic camera transmits over a 65-metre range, so it comfortably covers a full-length coach.
- Magnetic mount. The camera clicks onto steel on the rear body or frame — no drilling into the bodywork, no damage to the vehicle you operate or lease.
- Solar powered. No wiring into the vehicle electrics, no battery to swap — the solar panel keeps it charged through the working week.
- Phone view. The driver sees the rear view on a phone via the app — no monitor install in the cab.
- No subscription. Works out of the box with no monthly fees.
More than a reversing camera: a wireless magnetic camera
Operators get extra value from a magnetic wireless camera beyond reversing. Use it as a monitoring camera — check the rear door or the luggage bay while loading, or keep an eye on the back of the coach at a stop. Magnetic means it moves between vehicles in the fleet in under a minute, and solar means it's ready wherever it goes. One camera, many jobs.
Our pick for buses and coaches
The Solar Assist Magnetic Reverse Camera with its 65-metre range is built for long vehicles. For a permanent cab display, pair it with the Dashboard Screen and Magnetic Camera Kit.
Frequently asked questions
Can I fit a reversing camera to a bus without drilling?
Yes. A magnetic wireless camera mounts on steel bodywork or the rear frame in seconds — no holes, no cables, no wiring into the vehicle electrics.
Will the signal reach the cab on a full-length coach?
Yes — the 65-metre wireless range covers a full-length coach or bus with room to spare, where many cameras stop at 10–20 metres.
Does the camera need wiring into the bus electrics?
No. It's solar powered with its own battery, so it's completely independent of the vehicle's electrical system.
Can I see the view without installing a monitor?
Yes — the camera connects to your phone over WiFi with a live app view. A dedicated dashboard screen kit is available if you prefer a permanent cab display.
Can I move it between vehicles in the fleet?
Yes — the magnetic mount swaps between vehicles in under a minute, so one camera can cover several buses or coaches as needed.