Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Ever wondered what a dash cam is, what it does, or how dash cams work? Before you buy a dashcam watch our comprehensive guide that breaks down everything you need to know about dashcams... the essential car security camera.
This is the most comprehensive, easy-to-understand breakdown of every modern dash cam feature you need to know before you buy or install. We cut through the confusion and explain complex technology like buffered vs. unbuffered parking mode and seamless loop recording and more... in simple terms.
#dashcams #DashcamExplained #DashcamGuide #HowDashcamWorks #CarSecurityCamera #dashcam #carsecurity #BlackboxMyCar #FrakkingCreations #DashcamReview #VehicleSafety #securityforcar #carenthusiast #dashcameras #carupgrades
*Copyright © FRAKKING CREATIONS*
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*Select chapter to watch:*
00:00 - Intro: How dash cams work? Dash camera features explained
00:33 - What is a Dashcam? (Car Security Camera)
01:47 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Hardware.
02:27 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Power. (12V CLA, Hardwiring)
03:28 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Storage, Loop recording.
05:13 - Does a dash cam record all the time? What is dash cam driving mode?
05:36 - What is dashcam Emergency Recording? Dashcam Event recordings.
07:22 - What is dash cam Parking mode / Parking recording? (Motion, Impact, Timelapse)
09:32 - What is needed for Parking mode in dash cam?
10:30 - What is Buffered recording in a dash cam? (Capture BEFORE the impact!)
11:33 - Will a dashcam drain car battery? How does a dash cam protect the car battery?
12:50 - How to see dashcam footage? (All 4 ways)
15:10 - More Good Stuff!
Frakking Creations Dash cam playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhHGfc2vnvCvNfqTNrGLi4zL9y3dfYM4s
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Enjoyed our video? Consider using our affiliate links to purchase or buying our merch. As Associates of BlackboxMyCar, Amazon and others we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases, at no cost to you.
🔥 Sponsor Spotlight 🔥
This video is sponsored by BlackboxMyCar, advocating safety on the road and helping to protect you with quality dashcams and reliable installation guides. Check out their selection of top-notch dash cams, battery packs, and helpful resources to get your ride safer:
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Soundtrack:
Regulate – Dyalla
Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Though I am an avid car enthusiast who has installed many car accessories and dash cams, I am not a professional installer. Installing accessories in vehicles is an activity that carries risks where you could hurt yourself, others or damage your property or others property. If you do attempt to install your own accessories you are assuming all the risks and the consequences. Before installing, find out as much as you can from multiple sources, verify information, follow safety guidelines and use appropriate tools and equipment correctly. If you have doubts or concerns, consult a professional or get one to install for you.
Any information available at this channel or on its videos must never be considered a substitute for advice provided by an appropriate or qualified professional.
Due to many factors beyond the control of FRAKKING CREATIONS, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. FRAKKING CREATIONS assumes no liability for property damage, injury or loss incurred as a result of improper use of tools, equipment or from any of the information contained in this video. FRAKKING CREATIONS recommends safe practices when working with tools seen or implied in this video.
Use this information at your own risk.
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Ever wondered what a dash cam is, what it does, or how dash cams work? Before you buy a dashcam watch our comprehensive guide that breaks down everything you need to know about dashcams... the essential car security camera.
This is the most comprehensive, easy-to-understand breakdown of every modern dash cam feature you need to know before you buy or install. We cut through the confusion and explain complex technology like buffered vs. unbuffered parking mode and seamless loop recording and more... in simple terms.
#dashcams #DashcamExplained #DashcamGuide #HowDashcamWorks #CarSecurityCamera #dashcam #carsecurity #BlackboxMyCar #FrakkingCreations #DashcamReview #VehicleSafety #securityforcar #carenthusiast #dashcameras #carupgrades
*Copyright © FRAKKING CREATIONS*
===
*Select chapter to watch:*
00:00 - Intro: How dash cams work? Dash camera features explained
00:33 - What is a Dashcam? (Car Security Camera)
01:47 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Hardware.
02:27 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Power. (12V CLA, Hardwiring)
03:28 - How does a dashcam work? Dash cam Storage, Loop recording.
05:13 - Does a dash cam record all the time? What is dash cam driving mode?
05:36 - What is dashcam Emergency Recording? Dashcam Event recordings.
07:22 - What is dash cam Parking mode / Parking recording? (Motion, Impact, Timelapse)
09:32 - What is needed for Parking mode in dash cam?
10:30 - What is Buffered recording in a dash cam? (Capture BEFORE the impact!)
11:33 - Will a dashcam drain car battery? How does a dash cam protect the car battery?
12:50 - How to see dashcam footage? (All 4 ways)
15:10 - More Good Stuff!
Frakking Creations Dash cam playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhHGfc2vnvCvNfqTNrGLi4zL9y3dfYM4s
===
Enjoyed our video? Consider using our affiliate links to purchase or buying our merch. As Associates of BlackboxMyCar, Amazon and others we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases, at no cost to you.
🔥 Sponsor Spotlight 🔥
This video is sponsored by BlackboxMyCar, advocating safety on the road and helping to protect you with quality dashcams and reliable installation guides. Check out their selection of top-notch dash cams, battery packs, and helpful resources to get your ride safer:
(VIOFO Dash cams & Accessories) lvnta.com/lv_WkFhxrrRKkJxrx4Bc7
(Canada) amzn.to/4mLv5GC
VIOFO A329S 4K → amazon.com/dp/B0FFT3YBH7?ref=t_ac_spc_accepted_tile&linkCode=tr1&tag=frakkingcreat-20&linkId=B0FFT3YBH7_1777034114992
Thinkware U3000 Pro STARVIS 2, 4K front 2K rear → amzn.to/48MM2v4
70mai 4K T800 3-Channel → amazon.com/dp/B0FGJ89XBJ?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.DRAVY75N6K41&linkCode=tr1&tag=frakkingcreat-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.DRAVY75N6K41_1776614423805
*Other Good Stuff we love to use or recommend →*
amzn.to/46BWzaa
(UK) amzn.to/42J7RYQ
(Canada) amzn.to/48xCXGB
===
Soundtrack:
Regulate – Dyalla
Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Though I am an avid car enthusiast who has installed many car accessories and dash cams, I am not a professional installer. Installing accessories in vehicles is an activity that carries risks where you could hurt yourself, others or damage your property or others property. If you do attempt to install your own accessories you are assuming all the risks and the consequences. Before installing, find out as much as you can from multiple sources, verify information, follow safety guidelines and use appropriate tools and equipment correctly. If you have doubts or concerns, consult a professional or get one to install for you.
Any information available at this channel or on its videos must never be considered a substitute for advice provided by an appropriate or qualified professional.
Due to many factors beyond the control of FRAKKING CREATIONS, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. FRAKKING CREATIONS assumes no liability for property damage, injury or loss incurred as a result of improper use of tools, equipment or from any of the information contained in this video. FRAKKING CREATIONS recommends safe practices when working with tools seen or implied in this video.
Use this information at your own risk.
E15260705, E07260614, tE08260529, E06260528, L10260523, E09260521, E05260505, E14260405, E13260320, EN03260319, L08260125, L12250111, tLEN09251230, E06251223, EN03251219, G20251204, E06251107, E21251105, E05251026, E02251023, EN11251021, EN06251008, NK09250929, E08250914, xtL07250907, tL08250901, E18250813, E18250805, EN06250805, tL08250803, N18250802, L10250728, N07250705, N19250703, EN07250630, E07250626, N12250625, E19250624, E09250622, E16250621, EN14250621, E09250621, N02250621, E19250618, E17250618
