Have you ever wondered if your dashcam still protects you even when you leave your car alone and walk away? Someone might scratch your car and blame you, tamper with your vehicle, or even try to break in. Scary thought, right?

You're not alone in feeling this way. Many car owners worry about their vehicles when they're parked and unattended.

Most dashcams can't record when your car is turned off. But, guess what? Some smart dashcams have a " parking mode " that continues recording even when your car is turned off!

After reading this, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to keep an eye on your car 24/7 and gain peace of mind! Read on.

Do dashcams record when the car is parked?

If you turn off your car, your dashcam may still record, but it all depends on how it's connected to the car's power supply and what settings you've selected. Every dashcam is slightly different.

Power source

• If your dash cam is connected to the cigarette lighter: When you turn off your car, your dash cam will continue recording as long as the cigarette lighter still has power. But if the power is cut off, your dash cam will stop working. It's like turning off a lamp when you unplug it!
• If your dash cam is connected to ACC (accessory) power: Whether your dash cam will continue to record depends on how your car manages ACC power. Some cars cut all accessory power when the engine is turned off, while others keep some things running for a while.
• If your dash cam is connected to a constant power source, your dash cam will record 24/7, even when your car is turned off. It's like a mini security camera for your car!

Application settings

If you select the "Parking Mode" setting, your dash cam will continue recording even after the engine is turned off. As long as it has power, it will keep an eye on your car.

Note: Please note that the dash cam will draw power from the car battery and its own battery if it continues to operate after the ignition is turned off, which may drain the car battery and prevent the vehicle from starting after being parked for a long time.

But wait, there's a solution! The Aoocci dashcam features a special parking mode with ultra-low power consumption. This means you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24/7 monitoring without worrying about running out of battery.

How long will the dash cam stay in parking mode?

The recording time of your dash cam depends on how it is powered.

• When you're parked, the built-in battery is like a mini time bomb. Most dashcams can only record for about 4-5 hours on battery power alone.
• If your dash cam is connected to a part of your car that provides continuous power, it can potentially record 24/7 even when the engine is turned off.

Therefore, some dashcams can continue recording even after the car is turned off. However, this depends on the power source and the dashcam's features. If your dashcam doesn't have a built-in battery or a constant power supply, it will likely stop recording when the car is turned off.