Why I actually wrote this
I watched that video everyone was sharing of a guy calmly slashing someone's tire in a parking lot and thought, that could easily be me one day and I'd have zero proof either way. My car had no camera at all, which suddenly felt reckless in hindsight. I looked at three or four options, leaning toward something cheap until a friend pointed out that a cheap camera with no parking mode is basically useless for exactly this scenario. I ended up going with a model that had solid reviews for both front and interior coverage, then paired it with a hardwire kit. It's peace of mind I didn't know I needed until I actually thought it through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Would this dashcam actually catch a road rage incident like the viral tire-slashing video?
Yes, front and inside coverage with continuous loop recording means an incident near your parked or stopped car would likely be captured, provided parking mode is active.
Does it record while the car is parked?
Parking mode requires a hardwire kit connected to constant power, sold separately, which lets the camera keep recording or motion-trigger while you're away.
How do I hand footage to police after an incident?
Pull the microSD card directly or export the clip through the app to your phone, then transfer via USB or email.
Is 1080p good enough to read a license plate?
In daylight and at a reasonable distance, yes — though extreme angles or motion blur can still make text harder to read.
Does the interior camera help in a dispute?
Yes, a synced interior view alongside the front camera helps establish your own reaction and behavior if the incident is contested afterward.
