How much do dash cams cost?
The dashboard cams we tested range in price from $79, to around $600
Is it legal to use a dash cam?
Yes, but only if:
- it's mounted properly in a fixed position
- you don't manually operate it while driving
- it doesn't obscure the driver's view of the road ahead, behind and to either side of the vehicle.
Privacy issues
Recording video while driving on public roads is OK, since privacy concerns don't generally apply in public spaces, but think carefully about how you use the resulting videos. There should be no problem showing them to the police or insurers, but it might not always be OK to post them online.
Where should I place my dash cam?
Either behind or just below the rear vision mirror.
This is so the dash cam:
- doesn't distract the driver
- provides the greatest field of view for the lens.
However, this placement can make it difficult to access the dash cam's buttons, see the screen or pop out the memory card.
This is where an accompanying mobile app comes in handy.
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