Does the dash cam record when the car is turned off?
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There are two types of dash cams: one that cannot record after the car is parked, and another that remains on standby after the car is turned off. If the vehicle experiences any vibration, it will immediately start recording. 1. A dash cam that draws power from the reading light or other constant power source will continue to work even after the car is turned off. In simple terms, it operates 24/7, which means the dash cam continuously draws power, potentially draining the car battery. This could result in insufficient power to start the engine the next time. 2. The scenario where the dash cam continues to work after the car is turned off involves the dash cam having a parking monitoring and motion detection feature. This function requires the dash cam to have a built-in battery or to be connected to the ACC fuse for power. After the car is turned off, it automatically enters parking monitoring mode, where the sensor continuously monitors the vehicle's condition. If any anomalies or vibrations are detected, it automatically records the monitoring video and saves it separately. 3. Compared to drawing constant power, a dash cam with parking monitoring connected to the ACC fuse is more power-efficient and has less impact on the car battery. However, if the car is left unused for several days, it could still lead to battery drainage and difficulty starting the engine.