{"id":730,"date":"2018-07-17T11:08:16","date_gmt":"2018-07-17T10:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.racshop.co.uk\/advice\/?p=730"},"modified":"2022-11-28T07:52:03","modified_gmt":"2022-11-28T07:52:03","slug":"what-to-think-about-when-buying-a-dash-cam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.racshop.co.uk\/advice\/what-to-think-about-when-buying-a-dash-cam\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Think About When Buying a Dash Cam"},"content":{"rendered":"

Choosing the <\/span>best dash cam<\/b> for your car can often be difficult. But when you get the right one, it offers great peace of mind. It\u2019s important to understand the <\/span>pros and cons of dash cam features<\/b> before you make a purchase. And as they become increasingly popular among drivers, their high-tech specs are becoming greater too.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a dash cam and how do they work?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dash cams are primarily used to record the view of the road. The in-car camera can either be connected to the car\u2019s electrical system or hardwired in. Dash cams should be fitted behind the rear-view mirror, meaning that it\u2019s directly in the centre while not obstructing your view of the road. Once up and running, they\u2019ll record continuous footage of car journeys, capturing everything that happens on the roads while you drive. This footage can then be used to help you, especially if there\u2019s been an accident or any damage caused to your vehicle. <\/span><\/p>\n

What makes a good dash cam?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a whole host of features and benefits from various <\/span>dash cams<\/span><\/a>. One of the most important aspects, however, is the quality of the footage that the camera provides. The list of desirable <\/span>dash cam features<\/b> could end up going on and on, so here\u2019s a selection that should be at the forefront of your mind when <\/span>choosing a dash cam<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n