Hardwiring a dash cam.
This provides a clean, permanent power source directly from your car's fuse box, we can provide the parts so that your camera(s) will activate when your ignition is turned on. Some cameras will allow 24/7 parking mode monitoring, however you will need a camera specific hardwire kit to enable this. we carry all the necessary fuse adapters, to safely connect the device to your vehicle's electrical system. This will give you a clean clutter free dashboard and keep your in-dash 12 volt power socket free for other devises to use.
Dash cams and airbags
While airbags may be sensitive, running wires behind them is completely safe as long as the cable is routed correctly. The airbags will continue to function normally upon dash cam installation, and the cables have no impact on their safety performance. The cable must go behind the airbag otherwise the airbag will be trapped by the cable which would either prevent the airbag from deploying or bring the cable and dash cam with it. Many DIY installers are not aware of the importance of this, also many youtube videos are showing incorrect and dangerous installation guides.
Rear facing camera
Installing a rear dash cam ensures comprehensive vehicle protection by recording tailgaters and rear-end incidents. The process involves mounting the unit to the rear glass and routing a single data cable forward to the main front unit. on vehicles with tailgates we remove the trims around the rear glass and route the cable though the tailgate grommets not only giving a very neat installation but prevents cable getting trapped in tailgate seal which would result in water leaks.
Rear facing camera Bracket
Some Vehicles do not have a trim to conceal dash cam cables in tail gate , also some have a one piece composite tailgate which does not allow access to route cables neatly , in this case we use a rear Dash Cam mounting bracket.
A professionally 3D-printed, heat-resistant ABS plastic mount that slots onto your trim headliner, designed to allow a neat installation in vehicles without the trim and tough-to-access tailgates (like certain Jaguar, Land Rover, VW, BMW models). This bracket also helps to reduce DAB radio interference caused by some rear dash cams.
Key features to look for in a dash cam:
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Video quality: At least 1080p resolution for clear footage; 4K offers even better detail.
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Wide-angle lens: Captures more of the road and surroundings.
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Loop recording: Automatically overwrites old footage when the memory card is full.
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G-sensor: Detects sudden impacts and locks the footage to prevent it from being overwritten.
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Parking mode: Records when motion or impact is detected while the car is parked.
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GPS tracking: Logs speed and location data, also keeps date & time correct automatically.
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Wi-Fi or app connectivity: Makes it easier to view and download footage.
Popular brands include Nextbase, Garmin,
Thinkware, and Viofo.