Dash Cams
Buying A Dash Cam
Is It Legal in the UK?
Is It Legal in the UK?
First of all, ask yourself "what do I really need the dash cam to record?"
I say this as there are many dash cams that seem like they can do amazing things. For example record your speed, location, braking or not, app tracking, face recognition, the list goes on and on.
But really, all you want to do is record the road ahead to prove what happened.
Is It Legal in the UK?
Is It Legal in the UK?
Is It Legal in the UK?
Yes, dash cams are legal on UK roads.
You don't need any special permission to use them.
If you share a vehicle, or drive a cab or coach, you MUST inform every person that the dash cam is recording, or you could face harsh legal consequences.
At any time, the police may ask for your camera recordings, and your own footage can be used against you.
Camera Location
Is It Legal in the UK?
Camera Location
You must check the legalities for placing the dash cam onto the windscreen.
It is recommend that you do NOT place it within the windscreen wiper sweep on the drivers side On the passenger side it should not intrude this area by more than 40mm, and place the lens within this clean area.
If possible place it behind the mirror, and route all
You must check the legalities for placing the dash cam onto the windscreen.
It is recommend that you do NOT place it within the windscreen wiper sweep on the drivers side On the passenger side it should not intrude this area by more than 40mm, and place the lens within this clean area.
If possible place it behind the mirror, and route all cables around the edge. Do NOT have them dangling down to the socket.