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# Collision-Warning Vehicle Dash Cams
The Garmin Dash Cam 55 Saves GPS Location and More

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-04-10 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-dash-cam
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/garmin-dash-cam-55/) & [buy.garmin](https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/567282)

The vehicle dash cam has quickly become a popular aftermarket device for drivers to implement into their car in order to record their drives just in case something happens. The [Garmin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-dzlcam-lgv710) Dash Cam 55 is the latest device to hit the market that will provide recording functionality as well as a bevy of additional features.

The Garmin Dash Cam 55 features 1,440p resolution that's records by the camera's 3.7MP sensor and will automatically save the footage if an impact occurs along with the GPS coordinates. The vehicle dash cam also responds to voice prompts in order to get the device to start or stop recording, while the smart sensor technology lets you know about [nearby speed cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/road-safety-device) or if you're departing your lane.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.6/10
- Popularity: 41% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Vehicle Dash Cams with Advanced Features:** The trend in vehicle dash cams is moving towards devices that not only record footage, but also offer additional features like GPS location tracking and voice prompts.
- **High-resolution Dash Cam Recording:** The trend in dash cams is shifting towards higher resolution recording capabilities, such as the Garmin Dash Cam 55's 1,440p resolution, to capture more detailed footage.
- **Smart Sensor Technology in Dash Cams:** Dash cams with smart sensor technology are becoming more popular, providing features like speed camera alerts and lane departure notifications.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Automotive Aftermarket:** The automotive aftermarket industry can benefit from the trend of advanced vehicle dash cams by offering a wider range of products with additional features.
- **Electronics Manufacturing:** Electronics manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of high-resolution dash cams by developing and producing devices with superior recording capabilities.
- **Smart Technology:** The smart technology industry has opportunities to integrate their sensor technology into dash cams to enhance safety features, such as speed camera warnings and lane departure alerts.

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