Do New Cars Come with Dash Cams?
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New cars do not necessarily come with dash cams. Except for certain specific models that are factory-equipped with dash cams, most new cars do not include them, and owners need to purchase one separately. The necessity of dash cams: Installing a dash cam can record video and audio of the entire driving process, providing evidence in case of traffic accidents, preventing extortion, and protecting the driver's legal rights. Models that come with built-in dash cams: Some car manufacturers include dash cams in their new cars upon delivery, such as the Geely Emgrand GL, Geely Vision X3, and BYD S7.
I just bought a new car and assumed that with today's widespread technology, a dash cam would be standard equipment. However, I realized it wasn't included only after driving it home. After talking to the salesperson, I learned that dash cams are rarely factory-installed and are mostly aftermarket accessories. They explained it's a cost issue—manufacturers need to control prices, and not every car owner considers it necessary. I ended up buying a mid-range dash cam online for less than 500 yuan, which was easy to install and took only half an hour. After using it for a few months, I feel much safer. In the city with so many people and chaotic traffic, it's great to have video evidence in case of any scrapes. I recommend everyone ask specifically about this feature when buying a car, so you don't make the same assumption I did.
