Did you know- dash cam edition.

by Black Vue Car Camera Distributor

A dash cam, is an onboard camera that continuously records views through a vehicle's front windscreen and sometimes rear or other windows. Its function is to ensure that recorded video files are not tampered with once they have been recorded.

Did you know- dash cam edition.

Dashboard cameras or car dashcams have been in the market for a while. It’s only recently that people have started becoming aware of their utility. A car dashcam is a type of camera that neatly fits on the dashboard or over the rear view mirror. Different types of dash cams are available in the market with different features. The purpose of dash cams is to carefully record every detail both on the road and inside the car, and it can be used for a variety of purposes.

Dash cams- a wise choice

These cameras are widely used all around the world by regular drivers, driving instructors, taxi and bus drivers and police officers. An important function of these affordable and feature-rich cameras is the fact that they can be easily coupled with different on-board technology, such as recorders and GPS devices. That being said, some of the most notable reasons why you should consider buying a dash cam and installing it in your vehicle is to report minor offences and prevent fraud.

Report minor offences

Car dashboard cameras can help report minor offences. People often witness dangerous or illegal driving, but few of them report it. That would require remembering or writing down the other vehicle’s registration number, and the police are unlikely to pursue the incident without evidence. Car dashboard cameras help track down offenders who use a mobile phone at the wheel or drive aggressively. Simply having a car dashcam installed can act as a deterrent. If another driver becomes aggressive following an incident, letting him/her know that you have recorded evidence can calm them down. Installing a camera might even make one a better driver, and more aware of potential incidents. This means a dashcam can be a useful investment if one lets the kids borrow the car.

Prevent fraud efficiently

Staged accidents are increasingly popular with fraudsters, especially at roundabouts, and the fraud not only affects insurance companies on a large scale, but it actually takes its toll on car drivers as well. With high-end cars being a prime target for purposely caused car accidents, the fraudsters often try to extort money from the innocent victim, before claiming whiplash, back pain and other fake injuries from the insurance companies. A car dashcam can demonstrate the innocence and highlight these fraudsters' antics to the relevant authorities. More and more insurers are accepting dash cam footage as proof.