Investing in a dash cam may be one of the smartest things you do. In fact, anyone who’s on the road frequently, including taxis, ride share drivers and even fleet owners, should install a dash cam… you’ll want to thank me later. This device is so handy. It gives drivers a level of security and comfort knowing those scary incidents are being captured by their dash cam. The biggest benefit is better accountability, particularly if it that ‘bad drive’ resulted in an accident.
Having clear, unbiased evidence, in the event of an accident, is a great benefit, especially in a case where ‘fault’ is being questioned. Video footage provides undeniable proof of what happened and goes a long way in resolving those insurance claims and legal disputes.
Parents of young drivers and businesses managing fleets can use dash cams to monitor driving habits. This helps to ensure more responsible driving, curbs risky behaviour on the road and ultimately improves safety.
Dash cams catch those moments you may never see again, from rare meteor showers to unusual road incidents. Some drivers even use them to create interesting travel vlogs and capture funny moments.
Insurance fraud is a growing issue, with scammers staging accidents and making false claims. A dash cam captures the facts of the incident and protects you from being falsely accused and/or paying unnecessary settlements.
Many dash cams have a parking mode that records motion and impact while your vehicle is unattended. This means if your car has been vandalised, broken into it or hit and the driver has split the scene, footage of the incident can be used as evidence when you report it to the police.
Being aware that the dash cam is recording the way you drive is likely to make you more aware of your habits behind the wheel, Result? Safer, more responsible driving.
You’ll probably agree there are many benefits to having a dash cam and what you should also know is that dash cams are not pricey. Now may be the perfect time to consider getting a dash cam of your own. It’ll most certainly make any driver feel safer and more confident behind the wheel.
