Dash cameras use to be a pretty high-tech gadget that only a few had. Now, they’re pretty common for drivers including RVers. Hey, if something happens to you while you’re driving, you’ll be incredibly thankful that you had footage to look at.
Do you have a dash cam on either your RV or your tow vehicle? If you do, will you share which brand you have in the comments and whether you like (and recommend) it or not? It could be helpful for those looking to get one.
As always, Amazon has a huge selection and it looks like this one is the highest-rated.
No but looking to add one before we head out in 4 weeks. With all the crazy drivers out there it sounds like a great idea
Yes,I have one in my tow vehicle as well as in my every day drive. They provide a level of protection and have actually made me a more cognizant and safer driver.
Have them on both
I’ve had one for several years, tried to convince the SIL he needed one pulling that 42’ 5th wheel. Going through Atlanta a older car suddenly swerved in front of him and stopped, he rear ended her. He told the cop what she did and the cop asked if he had a dash cam to show it, no. He got the ticket for following to close and his insurance paid a big claim. He now has one in the truck and DW’s car. Far to many scammers looking for a vehicle that can’t stop as fast as they can to pull that stunt, if you can’t prove they caused the accident you get charged.
I have one in my TV, It records speed, time and GPS coordinates. Pretty hard to argue who’s at fault with that data.
How fast does your TV go down the highway?
Hi, Don. He’s probably referring to his Tow Vehicle. Have a great day. 😀 –Diane
Yes, have one in all my vehicles. Recorded a wreck in front of us in Alabama. Pulled over to help out. Cop viewed the video which helped with the investigation. Unfortunately, lady was watching our RV as she pulled out of a side street and did not see the Jeep coming from her left.
Rove R2-4K is an excellent dash cam. Highly recommended.
Stay safe, Joe
how difficult was it to setup. not a technical person
VAVA
Absolutely! I know you didn’t ask for recommendations, but I agree, VAVA.
I have tried quite a few, but I stopped testing new ones after I got the VAVA.
We have them in both vehicles. Crosstour – not sure if that’s the brand or the model.
I have had one in the motorcoach since 2010, Guardian. Then when the Rove was introduced, I ordered a 4K unit for the car. I liked it so much that one year later I ordered one for my motorcycle too. All of my vehicles are now covered.
KDLinks. 👍👍👍
Beware of some of the “deals” on Amazon. I bought a pretty capable looking dash cam that worked pretty well for a year or so but the manufacturer stopped supporting the iPhone app, making it worthless.
I’ve used a Garmin “Drive” for about four years now and am quite happy with it. It was fairly expensive but I’m confident that Garmin will not disappear.
I have been wanting one for a long time and finally got one recently. I took the recommendation from a friend and got VanTrue 4k with rear camera as well. So far I am pleased with it.
I have seen too many videos of accidents to consider not having a dash camera.
I bought a rear view mirror mounted one a year or so ago. Guess I should get it out of the box one of these days.
Have had one in my Jeep for years, and have used a backup camera system with recording on my last two work vehicles. I’ve considered getting a similar system for my RV, just for insurance purposes if nothing else.
I have a Thinkware U1000 – good hardware but difficult to set up. I got it because there are too many hit and run incidents and a video can help with insurance claim disputes.
We drive motorhome and it has a back camera, but we also have a dash cam, just because people love to sue people that they think have a lot of money.
How many people have sued you because of the motorhome? Oh zero….
But it does happen!
Not worried about being sued, worried about the numb-skull who cuts me off, causes an accident and says it was my fault. No accidents yet, I am very cautious, but we have had some close calls and they were on the camera!
Camera is on when the engine starts!
I have a Garmin Dashcam Mini on my truck. I have had it for two years, though I haven’t needed it yet.
I have a dash camera on every vehicle I own, and wouldn’t drive without one. As a state trooper said to me, “When you have a dash cam there is no ‘he said/she said’ argument over who is at fault.”
Dash camera in all vehicles. Not much argument with video and audio evidence.
If you have a GoPro it can be used as a dashcam.