These are 5 Car Dashcam Functions You Should Know!
When talking about accessories that must be in a car, Drivemate definitely agrees that a car dashcam is one of the most important accessories. For those who don't know, a dashcam is a small camera installed at the front of the car cabin, either on the windshield or the dashboard of the car.
Depending on the sophistication of the dashcam purchased, this tool can record video and sound from the outside of the front of the car or vice versa; to record the inside of the car cabin. So, you could say that dashcam is CCTV for cars. Indeed, how does a dashcam work?
How Dashcams Work
Please note, there are various types of car dashcams that you can choose from. But in general, a dashcam works by getting power from the car, then the camera will record all audio and sound, depending on the settings selected. Some types of dashcam only record the front area of the car, but quite a few dashcams can also record the inside of the cabin.
When needed, there are two ways to view video files from dashcam, depending on the type of camera you have. There are some that Drivemate can access directly wirelessly, but there are also those that need to be moved from the dashcam's SD card memory first. In fact, some sophisticated dashcams that are connected to the cloud allow owners to access real-time video.
The more sophisticated the dashcam, of course the more functions Drivemate can get. However, a regular car dashcam is actually enough to keep drivers safe. Indeed, what are the functions of dashcam?
5 Car Dashcam Functions That You Should Know
If Drivemate doesn't already have a car dashcam, now is the time to install one for your safety on the road. Here are some of the benefits of installing a dashcam in a car:
1. As evidence if an accident occurs
The main function of having a dashcam in a car is to guard against accidents with other vehicles. Through the dashcam recording, the police can determine who is at fault and who must be held responsible for the resulting losses. So, through this dashcam, Drivemate can be free from legal action if it is discovered that it was the other driver who was at fault, not you.
2. Supervise when the car is borrowed
Drivemate often lends cars to friends? Or are you opening a car rental business? Whatever the reason for borrowing it, Drivemate needs to monitor the car's movements. To be practical, of course the solution is to install a two-way dashcam to ensure that the borrower is not careless when driving the car.
As mentioned previously, some dashcams also provide video recordings that can be accessed in real-time via a smartphone. So, you can see firsthand what the condition of the car is. Drivemate also doesn't need to worry anymore when the car is borrowed.
3. Makes you a good driver
With the dashcam, Drivemate not only has evidence if another driver crashes, but also evidence if it turns out you were the one at fault. Therefore, the presence of a dashcam will make Drivemate more careful when driving. If you make a mistake, the dashcam will actually be proof that Drivemate has violated the law.
4. Can also be used to supervise children
Does your child want to drive their own car? Well, a car dashcam can be the accessory you need to keep an eye on your child without having to bother following them. Through dashcam video recordings, you can see how your child behaves when driving the car, then remind him if it turns out that the child is careless when driving.
In fact, some sophisticated dashcams will automatically send a notification to the owner if the driver is found to be sleepy, playing on their cellphone, or exceeding the speed limit. You as a parent will be calmer when your child drives alone.
5. For insurance claims
Finally, recordings from the car's dashcam can be used as evidence when making an insurance claim. If the dashcam shows that the driver was not at fault, then insurance will easily approve the claim and you can immediately take the car to a repair shop. Without a dashcam, the chances of an insurance claim being accepted will be smaller.
So, installing a dashcam in a private car should not be ignored. With these five benefits, Drivemate can drive more comfortably and safely, or can relax at home comfortably when the car is being borrowed by a colleague or child. If your car doesn't have a dashcam, install it now!