Every driver has experienced it: the tight turns, the narrow lanes, and the seemingly endless search for a spot in a busy parking garage. It’s a challenge, and sometimes, mistakes happen. But what happens when a mistake turns into a hit-and-run? This week’s #CaughtOnBlackVue story, submitted by a user with a BlackVue DR970X Box-2CH Plus, shows a common, yet still shocking, scenario.
Our user was navigating a multi-story parking garage when his dash cam captured a white Mercedes-Benz SUV attempting to park. The driver of the Mercedes misjudged the distance and the angle, causing them to collide with a parked car. The impact was clear and undeniable, as you can see the other vehicle’s wheels moving as the SUV forces its way into the spot.
A Missed Opportunity to Do the Right Thing
The driver of the Mercedes eventually got out of his vehicle to inspect the damage. He circled the scene, looking at the two vehicles. Our user, who had witnessed the incident, waited to see what would happen next. Would the driver do the right thing and leave a note with his contact information?
Unfortunately, he did not. After a brief assessment, the driver got back into his Mercedes and moved his SUV so it was not touching the other vehicle, but without leaving a note.
Why Parking Mode is a Lifesaver
This type of hit-and-run (or in this case, hit-and-stay?) is more common than you might think. Parking garages, mall lots, and even residential streets are frequent locations for these frustrating incidents. It’s a reminder of why having a dash cam with Parking Mode is so valuable. The BlackVue DR970X Box-2CH Plus is equipped to automatically switch to Parking Mode when the engine is turned off, providing a vigilant eye on your vehicle while it’s parked. In this case, our user’s dash cam was running, but a BlackVue user with Parking Mode would have captured the same footage even if they were not in the car.
Whether you’re parked at home, at work, or grabbing groceries, a BlackVue dash cam can provide crucial video evidence in case of an accident, protecting you from situations just like this.
Don’t wait until AFTER something happens. You never know what awaits you on the road. Get your dash cam today here.
About #CaughtOnBlackVue
Do you have a BlackVue story to share? Please remember that #CaughtOnBlackVue an ongoing event and it”s never too late to send us your video! All you have to do is fill in the form and upload your BlackVue video (instructions on how to do so here). Every week we will pick a winner of the grand prize. Even if you don’t receive the grand prize, if your video is published on our blog or social media, you will receive a guaranteed BlackVue swag bag full of goodies!
