Will the rearview mirror dash cam continue recording after parking?
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The rearview mirror dash cam will continue recording after parking, and there are two types of parking monitoring functions. Introduction to continuous recording of rearview mirror dash cam: During the day, the dash cam operates using the car's battery power. When the vehicle is turned off and the power is cut, the dash cam will stop working. Although many dash cams come with built-in batteries, some batteries can only last for four to five hours on standby, while others may only sustain for about half an hour. Therefore, generally, the dash cam cannot continue recording for a long time after the vehicle is turned off. Situation where the dash cam starts short-time recording only when the vehicle vibrates: In cases where the accident scene has unclear traces or is damaged, the dash cam can provide direct and reliable video evidence for minor scratches or collisions. Both drivers can quickly leave the scene without waiting for the traffic police for a long time, thus avoiding road congestion.
I'm an experienced driver and have used rearview mirror dash cams in many cars. Whether it records after parking depends on if it has parking monitoring. The dash cam in my current car has this feature—it automatically activates via G-sensor after turning off the engine, recording only if there's a collision or vibration, otherwise staying in power-saving mode. It's very convenient. Once, when my car was hit in a parking lot, it captured the license plate, which was a huge help. But be mindful of battery drain—I set mine to record only 8 hours overnight to avoid draining the battery. Before each drive, I check the app to confirm the feature is on. For new cars, ask whether the dash cam supports parking recording when buying—models without it stop recording when the engine is off. I recommend making it a habit to check the settings before parking to avoid accidental power loss.
