Get a Car Camera for Complete Safety and Visibility
Imagine being equipped with backup vision and achieving complete safety and visibility while navigating the chaos of the streets – this is precisely what car cameras can offer you. You get a second set of eyes on the road and total protection when you need it most.
As a driver, smash-and-grabs, hijackings, insurance fraud, and collisions are just some of the looming threats you may face. This is why having a car camera is the smart choice. It protects you, your vehicle, and your passengers by helping prevent escalations and capturing clear evidence of dangerous incidents.
In fact, the global dashboard camera market is projected to reach USD 5.40 billion by the end of 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.50% and reaching USD 8.89 billion by 2030, indicating a growing global need for these devices.
As that demand continues to grow, choosing the right cam becomes a necessary investment. Cartrack’s revolutionary car camera technology is there to support you, ensuring that every journey is covered and giving you more confidence every time you get behind the wheel.
How do car cameras improve your safety and visibility?
Car cameras improve your safety and visibility by acting like another set of eyes while you’re on the road. You can record what’s happening in and around your vehicle in clear quality, even eliminating blind spots with the help of multiple angles. These are particularly helpful for daily driving, especially when dealing with traffic or manoeuvring tight spaces.
Although road-facing and dual (road and cabin-facing) cameras are the most common options for personal or passenger vehicles, those are not your only choices:
- Rear-facing cameras: These face the back of the vehicle and capture footage from that angle.
- Interior cameras: These are located inside the vehicle and give you passenger visibility. Though more of a niche, interior cameras are typically used for ridesharing vehicles (Uber/Bolt) or for parents who just want to keep an eye on their driving teens.
Car cameras also tend to work in different modes, depending on what works best for you:
- Parking mode: This mode leaves the car camera recording even when the car is stationary and the ignition is off, protecting it from theft and other incidents. The recording is usually triggered by someone bumping or touching the car when it is stationary.
- Continuous recording: This mode records your entire journey, but only while the car is on. It might extend to parking mode if it’s a hardwired car camera, though that’s a less common setup.
- Event-triggered: This mode automatically saves snippets of footage when there’s detection of risky or abrupt driving behaviours, like collisions or sharp swerving.
Car cameras also help you fight against real-world threats. Scam insurance claims or staged collisions can be proven false with clear camera footage. Even more, the presence of a car camera can make criminals think twice about violent acts like hijackings or smash-and-grabs.
Why does every driver need a car camera?
Every driver needs a car camera to reduce the overall stress of navigating the roads. There’s so much uncertainty every time you get behind the wheel. Because of the roads’ unpredictability, a car camera can be a game-changer in so many ways. Consider these factors:
- Lower stress: A car camera can be an invaluable device, especially when you’re faced with the stresses of intense traffic or crime hotspots. The extra layer of security can keep you calm, especially when something could potentially go wrong.
- Extra security: As mentioned, the extra layer of security can be massively reassuring. Whether you’re a rideshare driver picking up passengers daily or just a person wanting to keep one of their most valued assets safe, this added layer can give you total peace of mind.
- Faster insurance processing: With evidence in the form of clear footage at hand, insurance processes can happen far quickly. The immediate evidence means you can potentially eliminate back-and-forths and long disputes.
- Protection in disputes: It’s unfortunate, but as a driver, you could face the risk of being falsely accused of causing a dangerous road incident. But with a car camera, you have all the proof necessary to back up your case in a potentially costly dispute.
How to choose the right car camera for your needs
Choosing the right car camera is about recognising the key features that would make having an in-vehicle cam worth your while. Features like clear recordings, safe and sufficient storage, and easy installation all contribute as deciding factors. Stay focused on safety, clarity, and ease of use. Here’s what to consider:
Crisp footage, wide angles, and night vision
Clear footage is probably one of the most important features in a car camera. You want to actually be able to see what’s happening and who’s being captured, or else it defeats the purpose of capturing footage—especially in the case of a dispute.
Wide-angle recording just means that the lens captures more in the frame of the footage, reducing those blind spots and getting more details of your surroundings. Night vision is important for those low-light or evening recordings.
Secure and sufficient footage storage
If you’re capturing high-quality video, you’re most certainly going to need enough secure space to store that footage. Depending on your provider, you can choose from storage via the cloud, via an SD or SSD card on the unit, and loop recording, which overrides old footage.
Easy mounting and use
Car camera equipment that’s annoying to install or use can be a terrible experience overall. You’ll want to go for a car camera that’s easily installed, typically on the dashboard, windscreen, or rearview mirror. You’ll also want a unit that’s easily integrated with a mobile app or platform, allowing you to access the footage you need with ease.
Why Cartrack is the ideal choice for complete safety and visibility
Cartrack can meet your safety and visibility needs by ticking every core requirement you’d need in a top-tier car camera. From live footage to SVR support, here’s what we can offer:
- Options for every vehicle type: Whether you’ve just bought a new car or you’re a business owner with a large fleet, Cartrack has a car camera solution for everyone. This goes from single and dual cameras to Multi-Vision solutions with up to 8 cameras.
- View footage anytime via the Cartrack app: It doesn’t matter where you are or when it’s needed; you can have access to your stored footage via your phone with just one tap.
- Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) support: Cartrack’s car camera solutions can operate as standalone units because they have their own video telematics and LTE connection. This means that in the event of hijacking or theft, Cartrack can react promptly and work to recover your vehicle as swiftly as possible. Certain Cartrack camera solutions also allow you to add a discreet action button. Once pressed, 10 seconds of footage is recorded and sent straight to the Cartrack control room.
- Reliable hardware: Cartrack’s car camera hardware is built to endure whatever terrain and environments come its way. This handy device continues to deliver clear footage and steady performance so that you’re never left without that extra set of eyes.
By choosing Cartrack, you’re investing in your safety and the protection of your assets, knowing you have a company by your side that’s totally dependable and invested in your well-being.
Drive safer and smarter
Consider a car camera as a smart and long-term investment. It’s not just about recording and having a little gadget in your car; it’s about full security and visibility when you need it most. Look at this investment as a way to achieve clarity, peace, and protection in high-risk situations.
With Cartrack, you get a trusted partner who’s there with you on every car journey you take. Beyond our innovative and constantly developing technology, you can be sure that you’ll always be protected against the craziness of the roads.
See everything from every angle. Contact us to get complete peace of mind with Cartrack’s car camera solutions today.
FAQs
Q: How do you know if a car camera is recording?
A: You’ll typically know a car camera is recording if a small (usually red) light is on via the unit itself or on the app. With Cartrack, you can check that the car camera is recording by checking the status of the camera via the app.
Q: Do car cameras record conversations?
A: No, typically, car cameras only record video and won’t record conversations. Some models might have audio recording, but you’d have to go over that with your provider. Certain Cartrack camera solutions do allow audio. Audio-enabled models usually let you disable audio for more privacy.
Q: Can a car camera lower my insurance premium?
A: Yes, many insurance companies offer lower insurance premiums for customers with car cameras, as these typically lower road risks and speed up the insurance claims process. This reassurance helps insurers process claims more quickly and can ultimately turn into cost savings for you.
Q: Where is the best place to mount a car camera?
A: The best place to mount a car camera is typically on the rearview mirror. It ultimately depends on the person, but the rearview often has the best and most unobstructed view of both the road and the cabin. It also avoids blocking your vision while driving.
Q: Does Cartrack’s car camera need the internet to work?
A: It depends. Yes, Cartrack’s car camera needs the internet to work if you want access to live-viewing and remote access to the footage. Otherwise, Cartrack’s car solutions typically have their footage stored right onto the device via an SD or SSD card.
Q: How long does a Cartrack car camera installation take?
A: A Cartrack car camera installation typically takes about an hour to two hours, depending on the complexity of the installation and the type of camera solution being installed. Our skilled technicians handle the process smoothly, making sure that everything is properly installed and working before you get back on the road.
