Do you have a dashcam fitted in your car? If not, then it is something to consider. More and more drivers are discovering how beneficial these small video cameras can be.
Here are some instances in which having one running could be beneficial.
1. If another driver hits you
There are a lot of bad drivers out there. Some of them are constantly poor, others just occasionally. Nevertheless, it only takes a second or so of unsafe driving by someone to leave you injured or dead. Your dash cam could be critical in showing what they did wrong that led to you suffering harm.
2. If someone accuses you of injuring them
It can be devastating to have someone accuse you of injuring them, especially if you do your utmost to drive safely and especially if they are a vulnerable road user such as a pedestrian or cyclist. You might be certain it was they who were at fault, or you might not be sure what happened. Either way, checking your dashcam footage can give you a better idea of what the truth is.
3. If the police accuse you of breaking the law
Another benefit of dashcams is that they may help you contest an unfair traffic ticket. Alternatively, accept that you were going too fast or that the light was on red when you went through it.
4. If you lend your teenager the car
If you are a parent of a teenager, there may come a point where they want to borrow your car. You might rightly be nervous, but a dashcam can help. It can allow you to check how they drove so you can see whether to lend them the car again. It can act as a deterrent against them doing anything stupid, as they know you’ll be able to see. It can help you decide on your next steps if they do end up having an accident.