Abstract: A video monitoring system for a vehicle includes an LCD display mounted within the interior of an elevator, preferably adjacent to the elevator control panel. A plurality of wide-angle cameras are strategically positioned on each floor, preferably above the elevator access door. The cameras continuously records images near the elevator access door and transmit the images to a central computer for manipulation and storage. The controlling computer and display are also in communication with the elevator's control system. Accordingly, when a rider depresses the button corresponding to the desired destination floor, images captured by the corresponding camera are depicted on the display located in the elevator cab. If the rider observes an unsafe situation, he or she may stop at another floor.