Written by Nicholas D. — Founder, Dash Cams Australia · specialising in dash cams since 2012. Updated August 2026. Written by the team at Dash Cams Australia — expert dash cam retailer and authorised Australian dealer since 2012. Every ...
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Australian-owned dash cam experts, trusted by drivers, fleets and 4WDers since 2012. Every camera is genuine Australian stock with local warranty and real support — not a grey-import gamble.
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Authorised dealer for BlackVue, FineVu, Lukas & more. No grey imports.
Authorised dealer for BlackVue, FineVu, Lukas & more. No grey imports.
Up to 3-year warranty
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Handled locally, here in Australia.
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On orders over $80 — same or next business-day dispatch, tracked.
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We’ll beat any authorised Australian seller’s advertised price.
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Trusted installer network around Melbourne.
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Real dash cam experts by phone, email & live chat.
When shopping for a dash cam, one of the most important and often overlooked components is the microSD card. Your microSD card is where all of your video footage is stored, and understanding the relationship between microSD card size, ...
Updated Aug 09, 2026 / Comments Off on Complete Guide to Dash Cam microSD Card Recording Times / Nicholas D.
WiFi vs Cloud in Dash Cams: What’s the Difference & Which One Do You Need? When shopping for a dash cam, features like video resolution and parking mode often get all the attention. But one area that can make ...
We are excited to announce that we are now stocking the Jimi IoT range of fleet dash cams and GPS tracking LTE dash cams. Jimi IoT is a leading provider of IoT solutions, and their dash cams are packed ...
Updated Nov 09, 2025 / Comments Off on Introducing the Jimi IoT Range of Fleet Dash Cams and GPS Tracking LTE Dash Cams / Nicholas D.
GAME CHANGING DIY PARKING MODE INSTALLATION EXCLUSIVE TO ALL FINEVU DASH CAMS PLUG AND PLAY PARKING MODE FROM OBD-II PORT ALTERNATIVE OPTION TO HARDWIRING INTO FUSEBOX SIMPLE & CLEAN INSTALLATION FineVu has introduced their game changing plug and play ...
Updated Jul 26, 2026 / Comments Off on FineVu OBD-II Parking Mode Cable – Game Changing DIY Cable Installation / Nicholas D.
Updated October 2026 for the current FineVu range: GX35-2CH, GX4K-2CH, GX1600-2CH and GX9000-2CH. The GX7000-2CH and GX400-2CH covered in earlier versions of this guide are no longer available. Stuck deciding which FineVu dash cam to buy in 2026? FineVu ...
Updated Oct 22, 2026 / Comments Off on 2026 FineVu Dash Cam Comparison – Which FineVu Dash Cam is for me? / Nicholas D.
When it comes to Dash Cams, there are no silly questions. With the amount of models and information available, we understand novice buyer confusion. Some questions are very basic and some more complex. Either way, it is positive when ...
If you’re weighing up the FineVu GX4K against the FineVu GX35-2CH, you’re comparing two very different cameras from the same trusted Korean brand. One is our flagship 4K unit; the other is an ultra-compact 2K camera built to disappear ...
Updated Aug 03, 2026 / Comments Off on FineVu GX4K vs GX35 – Which FineVu Dash Cam Is Right for You? (2026) / Nicholas D.
Yes we know what you are thinking….. Oh… my…. gosh! Believe it or not, it does happen. Dash Cams are subjected to some brutal conditions when sitting on a windscreen, especially during summer. Dash Cams are exposed to direct ...
Our 2026 Dash Cam Recommendations and Top Picks can be found by clicking here We answer hundreds of Dash Cam questions per day which is great. It indicates that people are doing their research and comparing specs/reviews ...
Updated Nov 04, 2026 / Comments Off on Most Commonly Asked Dash Cam Questions by Customers / Nicholas D.
So you have purchased a quality Dash Cam from us – tick You’ve had it installed correctly and it all looks good – tick It is recording while you are out on the road and/or parked – tick ...
Updated Jan 13, 2025 / Comments Off on Getting the best performance out of your Dash Cam / Nicholas D.
Our Black Friday picks at every budget: BlackVue Elite 10 2CH, Elite 8 2CH and DR590X-2CH, FineVu GX1600, GX4K and GX35, plus a free Abee M638G with orders of $1,000 or more.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Black Friday Dash Cam Deals 2026: What We’d Buy at Every Budget / Nicholas D.
BYD went from newcomer to Australia’s eighth best-selling car brand in 2025, and in August 2026 it was second only to Toyota. That puts a lot of Sealion 7s, Shark 6s, Atto 3s and Seals in car parks and ...
Updated Nov 04, 2026 / Comments Off on Dash Cams for BYD in Australia: Shark 6, Sealion 7, Atto 3 and Seal (2026 Guide) / Nicholas D.
What a 3-channel dash cam records, who actually needs cabin footage, the audio-recording rules by state, and the BlackVue and Jimi 3CH kits we supply and install in Melbourne.
Updated Oct 04, 2026 / Comments Off on 3-Channel Dash Cams in Australia: Front, Rear and Cabin Explained (2026) / Nicholas D.
FineVu's two new two-channel dash cams for Australia: the 4K + 2K GX1600-2CH flagship and the 3.5" touchscreen GX9000-2CH. Features, positioning, and how they compare with the GX4K and GX35.
Updated Oct 09, 2026 / Comments Off on New FineVu GX1600-2CH and GX9000-2CH: Which New FineVu Dash Cam Should You Buy? (2026) / Nicholas D.
Choosing between BlackVue and FineVu is one of the most common questions our customers ask — and for good reason. They’re two of the best dash cam brands sold in Australia, both Korean-made, both excellent, but built with different ...
Updated Oct 04, 2026 / Comments Off on BlackVue vs FineVu: Which Dash Cam Should You Buy in Australia? (2026 Guide) / Nicholas D.
Electric and hybrid drivers ask us the same question every week: “Which dash cam should I get for my EV, and will it flatten the battery?” The honest answer surprises people. The camera you want is much the same ...
Updated Nov 04, 2026 / Comments Off on Best Dash Cams for Electric Vehicles in Australia (2026) / Nicholas D.
Modern dash cams are designed to work with your phone. Wi-Fi connectivity means you can review footage instantly without removing the SD card, change settings without crawling under the dashboard, and (on cloud-enabled models) check on your car from ...
Updated Aug 14, 2026 / Comments Off on How to Connect Your Dash Cam to Your Phone – Complete 2026 Guide / Nicholas D.
It is one of the most common questions we get from new dash cam buyers in Australia: “Does my dash cam keep recording after I switch off the engine and walk away?” The short answer is: only if you ...
Updated Nov 04, 2026 / Comments Off on Do Dash Cams Record When the Car Is Off? – Complete 2026 Guide / Nicholas D.
Your dash cam costs hundreds (or thousands) of dollars. The small adhesive pad holding it to your windscreen costs a few dollars at most. And yet that tiny pad is the thing standing between your camera and the dashboard ...
Updated Aug 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Dash Cam Mounting Pads & Adhesive Guide Australia 2026 / Nicholas D.
If you have started looking at dash cams seriously, you will have come across the term “hardwire kit” — and probably wondered what it actually is, why you would need one, and whether the cigarette lighter cable that comes ...
Updated Nov 04, 2026 / Comments Off on Dash Cam Hardwire Kit Guide Australia – Everything You Need to Know in 2026 / Nicholas D.