/r/dashcams

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Dashcam videos, recommendations, and troubleshooting

~Why a Dashcam?~

 

Dashcams are a cheap insurance policy. In case of an accident, the opposing party can lie about what happened to reduce the likelihood that they are found to be at fault. Happens all the time. Having video of what happened can save you $1000's in insurance and potential legal fees. Dashcams can also get you out of falsely written tickets. If you don't have a dashcam and are given a ticket for an infraction you didn't commit, it's your word vs the police officer's word. With a dashcam, there is irrefutable evidence to prove your innocence. There is absolutely no reason not to get one. See the listings below to get started.

Second, dashcam videos are an excellent form of driver's education. Watching videos of other accidents may help others recognize potential accidents before they happen and maybe even scare them out of bad driving habits such as texting and driving or speeding.

 

Handy Guide to Hardwiring

 

~Friendly Subreddits~  

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/r/dashcams

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Apparently you don’t need to look behind you when you back up.

Guy only stopped when I honked because he had no idea I was behind him because he doesn’t seem to be able to look.

20 Comments
2025/02/02
23:43 UTC

99

Forgot how bad Florida Drivers are.

40 Comments
2025/02/02
23:39 UTC

6

Dash Cam Theft?

I'm looking into adding a dash cam - both front and rear, and have a stupid question. Is there any sort of camera system that is stealth enough that people won't break into the car to steal it?

12 Comments
2025/02/02
23:15 UTC

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[Troubleshooting] VIOFO A129 Pro Duo isn't getting constant power

Using the Viofo branded hardwire kit meant for the A129. Multimeter reads 12 volts on the fuse I'm trying to tap. I swapped out the tap thinking it might be faulty, but that didn't change anything. Acc tap is working fine with no trouble, ground wire is on a good point (confirmed with multimeter) What am I doing wrong? What should I try fiddling with?

Here's my fuse box https://www.startmycar.com/us/toyota/camry/info/fusebox/2017

https://fuse-box.info/toyota/toyota-camry-xv50-2012-2017-fuses/amp

ACC is in #15 P/OUTLET RR

BAT is in #29 D/L-AM1

2 Comments
2025/02/02
22:11 UTC

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Dash Cam Video - Truck Does ‘Front Flip’ After Rear End Collision Involving Speeding Vehicle

179 Comments
2025/02/02
08:24 UTC

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Seeking Help: Incident January 13 around 9:30pm on i280N near De Anza Blvd (San Jose/Cupertino CA)

Seeking any information that may be related to a father and husband being shot and killed on i280N near De Anza Blvd on his way to work on January 13 around 9:30pm. Here's an article for context:

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/south-bay/deadly-south-bay-freeway-shooting/3764602/?amp=1

Did you see any concerning dark colored SUVs on the road in this location around this time?

Do you have dashcam footage?

Did you witness what might have appeared to be a road rage prior to this location on i280N?

Do you know who may be involved?

If you have any information please contact the CHP tip line at 707-917-4491 or annonymously at Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers.

3 Comments
2025/02/02
05:47 UTC

4

Help I need a dash cam

What are the best budget dash cams out there right now?

13 Comments
2025/02/02
05:27 UTC

326

I turn now good luck everybody

49 Comments
2025/02/01
18:00 UTC

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A229 Pro recorded massive rock chip [OC]

Was driving SB I5 in Seattle when I caught this massive rock in my windshield, resulting in it needing to be replaced.

I think it came from the open top semi hauling (presumably soil/gravel). It missed like 4 cars before hitting me…

15 Comments
2025/02/01
17:41 UTC

2

Just dint have it in ya to wait for the green light,,,

This intersection lights are not timed well,,, many drivers just run the red light when the second light is green

2 Comments
2025/02/01
12:25 UTC

0

I Found Footage of the Philadelphia Plane Crash

4 Comments
2025/02/01
07:09 UTC

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When you suddenly realize that you need to make a McDonald’s pitstop.

NSFW for my reaction. I’m sure I’m still the “asshole” for being too overzealous to pass a car that’s been going 5-10mph under the speed limit for the past mile and struggled with a roundabout like it was their first time seeing one…but my god, the lack of intention and awareness some people have while driving is astonishing!

60 Comments
2025/02/01
00:38 UTC

7

Battery powered dashcam

My family and I are going to be going cross country soon and will average about 8 hours a day driving. Are there any battery power dashcams that we could purchase? I am not finding much online. Our power outlet in my car does not work, no idea why and not worth fixing right now/don't have the time before the trip (already checked fuses), but it is diesel so it makes more sense to take that to save money on fuel. For our daily driver I can use the power outlet no problem.
I have seen the GoPro as an option but I would rather not spend over $100 for a dashcam we will only use while leaving town 1/2x a month. We also have a pretty decent power bank that could recharge while driving as long as it does not die within 30 mins.

TIA

7 Comments
2025/01/31
18:53 UTC

1

Need Help.

My boss is asking me to source a good option for a dashcam, rear cam. We want to use it on our trucks. Something that works as a rearview camera would be a nice touch, could help with our drivers to have better vision. Now, we don’t want anyone to be able to disable the recording, not choose to record, or delete the recording. Having it become operational at startup with no choices would be ideal.

All of these manufacturers, and models, are all loaded like cell phones, apps, upon apps, upon apps. I can’t make heads or tails.

What is the best to fit these options?

6 Comments
2025/01/31
17:22 UTC

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2017 Honda CR-V touring Dash Cam

Hi all! I am looking for a recommendation for a dash cam for my 2017 Honda CR-V touring. Have had the car for a few years now and love it, but have been scared to do the installation. I can't stand visible cables.

I have the touring, so my rearview mirror has a 14 point wiring harness. I can't seem to find a kit that says it works for the touring however, the one model I found that I think would work says that it works for the EX-L model, not the touring.

I'm also not sure regarding models, I see the FitcamX looks nice but I don't see a lot of reviews. VIOFO has a lot of options but I don't know how high end I need to go for a good experience.

I really appreciate any advice/recommendations! Picture of my CR-V this summer for tax.

Here is the cable/wiring harness in question

https://www.amazon.com/YQMAJIM-DashCam-Adapter-Compatible-Charger/dp/B0D2D7G54Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3A9U3NDX6GK72&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.igslqsz8TqvXMlW0TKB9nE8tk8YGlMPGv0d4XDMBfD_-6v3EpkmMWLKF3jYPVrAcKTN9sfmQMmYqtHAX9OEh4a6q13XUa2A-g8Nnge7SAyTcQkzI79mPBRYT5C49ZpouG2WO5EP2tqMWudfYJIyZkyQ11UHj58DcetcbMvIiYZOdNF1_NTjxSphCtDEmlToCzT4jgKBGno7vGM9mkpESjUcc_crexQlTNSEg-fr3e1Q.n9tj3gTT7U4ST06Jz64vPZJCYT_c3l3DvSsK55N1y0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=dash+cam+power+adapter+honda+crv&qid=1738105576&sprefix=dash+cam+power+adapter+honda+crv%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1

2 Comments
2025/01/31
10:53 UTC

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In need of a recommendations!

Hello!

I am in the market for 2 dashcams. One is for a 2017 Subaru Impreza (Base), and the other is for a 2022 Subaru Legacy (Premium).

I would like to have front and rear cameras for each car. I don't need crazy unnecessary features, but I would like something that has HD and is good at night, collision detection, parking surveillance, SD card + wifi compatibility, and a screen. Not looking to break the bank, but quality/reliability is important.

Solod recommendations are appreciated. Thanks!

5 Comments
2025/01/31
03:43 UTC

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New VANTRUE N5 Parking Mode only in rear camera.

Is there a setting to change this? I use a Obd cable, it only picks up motion from the rear camera and not the other cameras. Can't find a setting to change this.

Also why does my parking mode loop everything into one short video that is playing at 5x speed. If someone vandalizes my car I wouldn't even be able to tell because it's always a short 10 second clip

1 Comment
2025/01/31
03:23 UTC

0

compilation of idiots in cars (no funny edits)

1 Comment
2025/01/30
22:53 UTC

2,341

Dashcam video of midair collision at Washington National between airplane and Black Hawk helicopter

207 Comments
2025/01/30
22:26 UTC

2 Comments
2025/01/30
17:46 UTC

133

Why ?

114 Comments
2025/01/30
13:14 UTC

206

Hum What?

23 Comments
2025/01/30
13:09 UTC

0

Houston, TX road rage today

15 Comments
2025/01/30
02:05 UTC

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