# In-Car Cameras Are Now Required in Europe. US Isn't Far Behind

> A slate of laws impacting new cars has just gone into effect in the European Union as of Wednesday, and it’s likely to have some opponents.

- **Source:** [Thedrive](https://www.thedrive.com/news/in-car-cameras-are-now-required-in-europe-us-isnt-far-behind?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4fe959dad6b5f668a01803)
- **Published:** 2026-07-09
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #nothing #cameras #behind #cars #europe #required #addw #advanced
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