Rising Fog, Riskier Roads: Dash Cams Every Driver Should Consider This Winter

New Delhi: As winter sets in, fog on roads across the country, low visibility, and suddenly appearing brake lights make driving no longer as easy as it seemed before the season set in. Whether you are traveling on the highway early in the morning or on a city road full of traffic, many times it seems that your eyes are not able to see clearly what is happening in front of you even if you want to. In such a situation, a dash cam is emerging as a companion whom you do not remember every day but who comes in handy in difficult times.

Why a dash cam?

The answer is simple: When fog, darkness of the night, or a sudden situation overtakes your memory or conversation, only the footage tells the truth. Insurance disputes, minor collisions, hit-and-runs, and wrongful overtaking of a truck or auto—dash cam recording can prove your case.

What are the better options for this season?

Here is a list of models that can be trusted, especially if you drive on foggy routes or long distances.

1. Qubo Car Dash Camera Pro (2K, 2025 Edition)

• Why special: Designed for Indian conditions, successful even in dust, heat and poor visibility
• Best use: Daily commute, office route, city traffic
• Price: Around ₹3,490 (on Amazon deal)
• Who should buy: First-time dash cam buyers who want something simple, reliable, and hassle-free.
• Rising fog, riskier roads: Why it makes sense to get a dash cam this season

2. REDTIGER F17 (4K, 3-camera setup)

• Why special: Simultaneous recording of front, rear and inside the car
• Best Use: Cab drivers, family travelers, night highway drivers
• Price: Approx. ₹15,998 (after deal)
• Who should buy it: Those who need to record from every angle, especially during foggy night drives.

3. Qubo Car Dashcam Pro

• Why special: Does not spoil quickly in heat and continuous running
• Best Use: Daily City Ride, Long Office Distance, Highway Speed
• Price: ₹2,790
• Who should buy: Want good quality on a budget and like a set-it-and-forget approach.

4. Qubo Pro 2.7K (Dual Channel)

• Why special: Look at both front and rear
• Price: ₹7,989
• Best for: Family or a new car—this is an upgrade to basic protection.

5. Qubo 3K (Sony STARVIS 2 Sensor)

• Why special: Clear details even in fog, low light, headlight glare
• Price: ₹12,490
• For: Highway drivers, night trips, mountain trails

Who are the models from 70mai and Blaupunkt for?

• 70mai A510 and A810: Better sensors, soft alerts (ADAS), low visibility assistance
• Blaupunkt DC 4050: For drivers who want dash cam protection without complicated setup

Do dash cams really help in fog?

Yes, but not every model. If the lens and sensor are normal, the recording will appear blurry due to fog. Models with Sony STARVIS, HDR, and Wide Dynamic Range make the difference here.

What to keep in mind while buying?

• Low Light Performance: Fog, Night, Mountain Roads
• Dual Channel (Front Rear) Rear Collision
• Storage: 256GB; old footage does not get deleted quickly
• G-Sensor auto-saves footage if hit
• There is no problem of battery damage due to supercapacitor heat.

Not in every season, but in this season, a dash cam is really helpful. Just like helmets and seat belts are for safety, dash cams are a small but important step forward in the winter smog—less fear, more trust, and a record that preserves the truth.