Are Dashcams Worth the Investment? A WATCHFUL EYE
Dashboard-mounted cameras, or dashcams, are becoming increasingly popular. Many drivers in countries where insurance fraud is common, like Russia and China, rely on dashcams to record all kinds of craziness on the road, including people diving in front of traffic or cars swerving into one another. Here in the U.S., this piece of tech is not quite as common, but people are starting to see the benefits. Many people invest in dashcams as a way to catch collisions and other bad driving behaviors on camera for liability purposes. Should they have to file a claim, these drivers have footage they can share. But are dashcams worth the investment only to catch a few seconds of footage? Dashcams are available in several different configurations. You can find them priced anywhere between $50 and $150, depending on the features and video quality. Some cams rest on your dash, and others attach to your rearview mirror. They are designed to work in just about every type of vehicle, even on electric scooters.
carriers that offer discounts for it. For instance, State Farm insurance says, “While
a dashcam may provide information about why a crash occurred, it is not a device that is designed to inhibit the crash from happening in the first place.”
This is true. A dashcam can only record, not prevent, an accident. That said, a dashcam can still offer some level of protection. It may be able to protect you if someone files a claim or lawsuit against you or if you need to file against someone else. A dashcam can provide footage of an incident and give everyone involved, including attorneys and insurance companies, more information to potentially determine fault or reach a settlement. Keep in mind, however, dashcam footage doesn’t guarantee any of this. For example, some dashcams provide clearer footage than others, and even if you capture something, it may be rendered unusable by poor lighting, glare, or if the camera completely missed the incident. More than anything, dashcams give drivers peace of mind. It is also helpful if the dashcam is used to record any police contact. Make sure to set it so it records even if the engine is not running but you are still in the car. If you’re concerned about driving on California roads, it’s probably worth the investment, just in case.
But when it comes to insurance savings, don’t expect to receive any for using a dashcam. There aren’t any insurance
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Pesto ChickenWith Blistered Tomatoes
ARIES BLOOM BUD
Brighten up after a cold, dark winter with this fresh and flavorful springtime dish.
Inspired by CookingLight.com
Ingredients
FLOWERS GROWTH LUCKY MELT PUDDLE RAIN REBIRTH SPRING SPROUT
• 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil, divided • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts, pounded to a 1-inch thickness • Salt and pepper to taste • 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted • 6 tbsp spinach pesto • 2 cups cherry tomatoes • 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
Directions
1. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp olive oil. 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and add it to pan. Cook chicken for 5 minutes on each side, then remove pan from heat. 3. In a bowl, combine panko, Parmesan cheese, and butter. 4. Spread pesto over chicken and top with panko mixture. 5. Broil chicken for 2 minutes on high heat until browned. 6. In a skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. 7. Add tomatoes and cook for 6 minutes. 8. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. 9. Season tomato mixture with salt and pepper, and add red wine vinegar. 10. Serve tomatoes with broiled chicken.
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