Why you Need to Install a Dash Cam Today

October 20th, 2014  |  Auto Insurance

Having a dash cam in your car is becoming increasingly popular around the world, even though it is still fairly uncommon in North America. Even though we have cameras virtually everywhere else in society, many drivers still don’t have a dash cam – but you should.

Why?

Have you seen any of those infamous Russian dash cam videos that have gone viral online? If you haven’t, check them out and you will see what we are talking about. It is unbelievable what drivers are recording with their dash cams.

From crazy drivers cutting you off, to one of a kind vehicle, getting footage of car accidents, to pedestrians making an attempt at insurance fraud, these cameras are recording what is actually happening on our roads. Plus, having first hand video evidence will protect you should you get into an accident or be required to testify in a court case.

Here are a number of reasons why you need to seriously consider installing a dash cam in your car:

• Record vandals and thieves: Ever have your car vandalized? A dash cam can help to catch anyone vandalizing or attempting to break into your vehicle.
• They are valuable evidence if you are in an accident: Forget the “he said, she said” debate. Your dash cam will show police what actually happened, helping to protect your rights and clear you from wrong doing if someone tries to blame you for an accident.
• They record parking lot incidents: We have all been there. We are coming out of the store only to see that someone was scratched or dented our vehicle – leaving you stuck with the cost of repairing it. If you have a dash cam, there is a good chance you will be able to catch them.
• Protection from insurance fraud: Insurance fraud is one of the biggest issues in the auto insurance industry. It’s also a leading reason why auto insurance rates are so expensive. A dash cam can protect you from insurance fraud schemes and help you avoid being a vehicle of an insurance scam.
• A unique perspective for road trips: Dash cams can also be used as a way to record your next road trip. You can have a record of all the places you traveled to and visited along your journey.
• Recording unexpected events: You never know what something unique or unexpected can happen. Who knows, you could capture big foot on your dash cam! How cool would that be!

Do you have a dash cam in your car? Have you considered one?