Heat, Weather & Reliability Guides

An Australian summer is brutal on electronics, and a parked car can hit 60 to 70 degrees inside. Dash cam heat is a genuine concern here, and it is the reason cheap cameras with built-in batteries swell, fail and cut out right when you need them. This guide explains how heat affects your camera, and why a supercapacitor instead of an inbuilt lithium battery is an important reliability feature for Aussie conditions.

We also break down what IP67 ratings actually mean for rear and all-weather cameras facing rain, dust and mud, how heat affects your memory card, and the simple steps that keep your footage reliable through summer. If you want a camera built to survive real Australian roads rather than one that dies in its first heatwave, read on, or browse the heat-tested range below and let the Guys point you the right way.

What Is a Supercapacitor Dash Cam? Safety, Myths and Parking Mode

What Is a Supercapacitor Dash Cam? Safety, Myths and Parking Mode

Thinking about a supercapacitor dash cam and not sure if...
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Best Dash Cam for Hot Weather in Australia

Best Dash Cam for Hot Weather in Australia

The best dash cam for hot weather uses a supercapacitor,...
6 min read
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My Dash Cam is Hot to the Touch - Is This Normal?

My Dash Cam is Hot to the Touch - Is This Normal?

Worried about your dash cam's temperature? Learn why dash cams...
2 min read
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Can You Use Your Phone as a Dash Cam? The Pros and Cons

Can You Use Your Phone as a Dash Cam? The Pros and Cons

Can you use your phone as a dash cam instead...
6 min read
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VIOFO Warranty in Australia: Genuine Stock vs Grey Imports

VIOFO Warranty in Australia: Genuine Stock vs Grey Imports

Found a VIOFO a bit cheaper on a marketplace and...
5 min read
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