Have you ever wondered if your dashcam is still protecting you even after you leave your car and walk away? Someone might scratch your car and blame you, harass it, or even try to steal it. Scary, isn't it?

You're not the only one who feels this way. Many car owners worry about their vehicles when they're parked and no one is looking.

Most dashcams don't record when the car is turned off. But guess what! Some smart dashcams have a " parking mode " that keeps recording even when the car is off.

By the end of this article, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to monitor your car 24/7 and have the peace of mind you need. Keep reading!

Do dashboard cameras record when the car is parked?

When you turn off your car, your dashcam may continue recording, but it all depends on how it's connected to the power source and the settings you've configured. Each model works slightly differently.

Power supply

• If your camera is connected to the car's cigarette lighter : When you turn off the engine, the camera will continue recording as long as the lighter has power. But if the power is cut, the camera will also turn off—like a lamp that you unplug.
• If it's connected to the ACC (Accessory) power supply : It will depend on how your car manages this power source. Some vehicles cut all accessory power when the engine is turned off, while others keep some systems running for a while.
• If it's connected to a constant power source: Your camera will continue recording 24 hours a day, even with the car turned off. It's like having a small security camera monitoring your vehicle at all times!

Application settings

If you activate " parking mode ," your camera will continue recording even after you turn off the engine. As long as it has power, it will keep watching over your car.

Note : It is important to be aware that if the camera continues to operate after the car is turned off, it will draw power from both the vehicle's battery and its own internal battery. This may result in the car not starting due to insufficient charge after being parked for an extended period.

But wait, there is a solution! Aoocci dash cam have a special parking mode that's super low-power. This means you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with 24/7 surveillance without worrying about killing your battery.

How long will a dashcam stay in parking mode?

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

• When you park, the internal battery is like a small "time bomb." Most dashcams can only record for 4 to 5 hours using only the battery.
• If the camera is connected to a part of the car that provides constant power, it could record 24/7, even after 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 camera's features. If your camera doesn't have a built-in battery or a constant power source when the car is off, it will most likely stop recording.