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Dashcam Placement for a Clear and Unobstructed View

Mount the front camera high on the windscreen, within the swept area and outside the driver's critical view. Check the vehicle manual and local rules before routing cables or fitting a rear camera.

Good dashcam placement gives the lens a balanced view of the road while keeping hardware out of the driver's sightline. A position close to the rear-view mirror often works, provided the camera, mount and cable do not create an obstruction. Centre the horizon in the preview and leave enough bonnet to orient the scene without pointing mostly at the sky.

Dashcam Placement for a Clear and Unobstructed View

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Questions before you buy

Where is the best place to put a dashcam?

Usually high on the front windscreen near the rear-view mirror, where the lens can see through a cleaned and swept area without blocking the driver's view.

Should a dashcam go behind the rear-view mirror?

It can be a discreet position if the camera remains accessible and neither the mount nor cable obstructs vision. Confirm the lens is not hidden by tint, sensors or the mirror housing.

Can a dashcam be mounted on the dashboard?

Some mounts permit it, but glare, bonnet obstruction and airbag zones can make the dashboard less suitable. Follow the camera and vehicle manufacturers' instructions.

Where should a rear dashcam be mounted?

Place it high and central where practical, looking through a clear part of the rear glass. Test the tailgate, wiper view and demister-line interference before fixing it.

Can dashcam placement affect video quality?

Yes. Tint bands, reflections, dirty glass, steep angles and areas outside the wiper sweep can hide detail even when the camera resolution is high.