Car Dash Cameras
About Car Dash Cameras
What is a dash cam?
As the name suggests, a dash cam is a dashboard-mounted camera that records the road ahead, often incorporating an LCD screen to show you what’s being recorded. Some dash cam kits include both front and rear-facing cameras for a full view of the road.
Dash cams can be mounted to your vehicle in numerous ways - either using a dedicated bracket, a sticky pad or a suction cup. They are connected to the car’s electrical system via the cigarette lighter socket or through hard-wiring.
The popularity of dash cams has increased significantly in recent years, with research from Aviva Insurance revealing that more than a quarter of motorists currently use one. Furthermore, 72% of motorists believe that they should be compulsory for all drivers, while 36% say they feel safer on the road when using a dash cam.
Can a dash cam reduce your car insurance?
A third of drivers with dash cams who have been involved in an accident were able to successfully prove they were not responsible as a result of the dashboard-mounted technology. With dash cam footage now routinely used by both the police and UK courts, insurance providers have been forced to sit up and take notice. As such, many now offer discounted premiums to motorists who agree to fit a dash cam in their car.
While terms and conditions vary from one insurer to another, there are some common stipulations. Many insurers demand that your dash camera be permanently fitted so that it records every journey you undertake. As such, they generally won’t accept footage recorded on a smartphone, even if you have downloaded a dedicated dash cam app. Contact your insurance provider for more information.
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Xiaomi 70mai D06 1S Smart Car Dash Cam 1080p
£37.99 Was £42.99 You save £5.00
Xiaomi 70mai Smart WiFi Car Dash Cam equipped with Sony IMX307 image sensor, provides high definition recording experience. The DVR has the distinctive functions of WiFi connection, G-sensor, Voice Control and loop-cycle recording, offering you a comfortable, safe and worry-free driving environment.- 130° Wide Angle View
- 1920 x 1080P HD resolution
- 1080p HD Video Record
- Built-in WiFi
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AUKEY DR01 Dash Cam Full HD 1080p Car Camera 6-lane 170° Wide Angle
£34.98
The AUKEY DR01 has a wide-angle lens which covers more, capturing crucial peripheral actions in every lane.- Clear Video Capture
- Emergency & Loop Recording
- Extreme Temperature Operation
- Easy Mounting
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Xiaomi 70mai A400 Dash Cam - Grey
£56.99
Compact dash cam that shoots fantastic high resolution footage, so you focus on what matters.- Loop recording
- Supports up to 128GB memory cards
- 145° ultra-wide angle
- Night vision
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Proofcam PC105 Forward Facing Dash Cam - 1080 HD - Includes 8GB Micro Card
£12.00
This is a forward facing entry-level dash cam designed to offer outstanding value for money, security and reassurance whilst driving during day or night.- Sleek and compact design
- 1080FHD Resolution
- Suitable for any vehicle
- Field of view degree: 120°
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KITVISION HD Dash Cam - Black & Silver + 32GB Micro SD Card
£9.99
The HD Dash Cam starts recording any time it detects motion in its viewing field, even when you're not in the car.- Auto overwrite
- Auto start
- Parking mode
- Motion detection
