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First of all, what do we mean by onboard camera?

A dash cam is a small camera mounted on the dashboard or windshield of your car, facing the road. You can also have a rear dash cam. It lights up when you start the engine and records your entire journey.

Videos from dash cams can be timestamped so that they are tamper-proof, making them an excellent source of evidence for any type of road incident.

There are 3 main types of dash cams or DashCams:

• Front-view dash cams capture everything in front of you, including the traffic you're following. These are basic cameras and the cheapest on the market. They don't have the ability to see what happened behind you. • • Slightly more advanced cameras will record the view in front and behind your car. Many road accidents occur at low speeds and involve rear-end collisions. Investing in dash cams that provide both views could be worth spending more in case you are involved in an accident.• • Cab view cameras provide a comprehensive view of what happened at the inside your car. Mainly used in taxis and car services, they can be useful if you share a car or want to check your own driving habits.

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Why install a dashcam?

Dash cams start at fifty bucks. Most record hours of continuously looping video, with recent videos replacing old footage when you start the car. More sophisticated cameras can record even when the car is off - triggered by motion sensors - or have GPS sensors that overlay time, speed and location.

It's an effective way to see how we and others drive, and useful for finding out who's responsible for a car accident. And if you ever break down, a dash cam can act as a GPS tracker that can help emergency services find you.

Police also use dashcam footage in their cars, and the footage they record is often taken as evidence when prosecuting dangerous drivers.

Are dash cams legal?

In several European countries, these cameras are legal and have been used for several years now. In Canada, motorists are also allowed to use dashcams provided they do not interfere with visibility or the proper handling of the vehicle.

Where should I install my dash cam?

You will probably install the dash cam yourself although more and more manufacturers are offering dash cams as an accessory. Depending on which dash cam you go with, it can be mounted on your dashboard or on your windshield. Either way, you'll want to make sure it doesn't interfere with your line of sight. It's also a very good idea to check that the camera captures a clear view of the road. No matter where you place it in your car, make sure it's securely installed and don't touch it while driving.

Will these cameras reduce my insurance?

Most insurers do not offer discounts or discounts on the use of these on-board cameras. However, your insurer will be happy to be able to use your camera as a witness and thus attribute fault during an accident.

Without reducing your insurance, on-board cameras can help provide evidence in the event of a traffic violation.

If you are stopped for a traffic violation that you did not commit, offer your dash cam footage to the law enforcement officer before the ticket is written . If the officer doesn't look at it, take the footage to court to dispute the ticket.

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You have a young driver at home, we know that you will pay a premium to let him use your vehicle. Indeed, insurers charge them higher rates because of their lack of driving experience and the higher number of claims. All actions are therefore good to take to prevent a young driver from forming bad habits.

With a dash cam, you can review dash cam footage and see what your child can do to improve. The first months behind the wheel on the most dangerous and requires a refresher course to ensure that the young driver can form good habits from the start. In that case, a two-way dash cam for a young driver might be a good idea. This way you can see how your youngster is driving, but also what is going on inside the vehicle. Does your teenager pay attention to the road where there are sources of distraction? This will allow you to limit bad behavior inside the car before it leads to an accident.

Cameras, or spy all course

Cameras (or DashCam) can also be used as a watchdog! Most dash cams have an option that lets you turn it on in sleep mode which allows the camera to only turn on if there is movement in or around the car. This way, if someone breaks into your car or hits your parked car and flees, you can have a trace of the criminal and give the images to the police.