What in dash cam is best?

In an effort to combat what appears to be an increase in incidents of 'cash for crash' I recently purchased a video camera which suction fits to the windscreen, however, after less than 6 weeks use it...

Can you clarify the legal situation of footage from dashcams being used as evidence in court?

Regarding dashcam footage, disclosure in a criminal trial is governed by the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996 (CPIA) and as such would not be the responsibility of the person who produces...

Why aren't dashcams fitted as standard to UK-model cars?

I have just spent quite a considerable amount of time and effort installing a forward-looking DVR (video recorder, with embedded GPS, audio and accelerometers) into my car because of its value should there...

Tips on using video evidence in court.

Speaking as someone who, many years ago in a previous life (before Police - Camera - Action), was involved in the technical aspects of installing some of the first on-board video recording equipment in...

Can I recommend that your readers fit in-car cameras in case of accidents?

In two recent issues you invited recommendations of car camera systems that run on a “loop” and can record the build up to crashes. As a result of suffering two crashes on local mini roundabouts where...

What are the merits of using an in-car video camera?

I am thinking of buying an in-car 'dashcam' video camera. Could you advise me on the merits or otherwise of doing so please?

Could cameras be used to eliminate blind spots?

Would the fitting of cameras to give a view rearwards, down both sides of the vehicle, not eliminate blind spots? I recall many years ago seeing a coach fitted with a rear view screen on the dashboard.

Is evidence from dashcams acceptable to courts and insurance companies?

Many drivers now are fixing cameras in their cars to record their journeys. Are the insurance companies and courts accepting film from these cameras as evidence? Can you recommend one for less than £200?

I've noticed that using an in-car camera has improved my driving.

I read with interest the letter from CH regarding the in-car video cameras. I have had one in my car for the last five months, prompted by a couple of close calls with cars stopping very suddenly in front...

Why don't insurance companies give discounts to dashcam users?

I work in insurance as a freelance accident investigator and confirm that insurers are in a chaotic mess of inefficiency. I have just ordered a car video recorder the size of a satnav which sticks onto...