Why PCO Drivers Should Always Collect Dashcam Footage

For London PCO drivers, accidents aren’t just inconvenient; they can cost you real money if the claim isn’t handled correctly. Even when you’re certain you weren’t at fault, proving it is another story. That’s where dashcam footage becomes one of the most powerful tools you have.

Here’s why every PCO driver should make dashcam footage a priority after any accident, and how it can speed up your non-fault claim with an accident management company.

1. Dashcam Footage Can Instantly Prove Liability

Many non-fault accidents turn into disputes simply because both drivers tell different stories. Clear dashcam footage eliminates that problem by showing exactly what happened. For PCO drivers, this can be the difference between a smooth, stress-free claim and weeks of delays, arguments, or rejected liability.

If you can hand over clear, timestamped footage right away, your accident management company can present it to the third-party insurer as undeniable evidence, which speeds up the entire process.

2. Faster Access to a Replacement Vehicle

When liability is clear early on, your claim moves much faster. Accident management companies can secure a like-for-like PCO replacement vehicle sooner because the at-fault insurer has less ground to dispute responsibility.

Simply put: the stronger your evidence, the quicker you’re back earning money.

3. Protect Yourself Against Fraud and False Claims

Unfortunately, staged accidents and exaggerated claims do happen in London, especially to private hire drivers who are on the road all day. Dashcams protect you against:

  • Crash-for-cash scams
  • Drivers who reverse into your vehicle then claim you hit them
  • Passengers falsely alleging injury
  • Third parties misreporting the accident

A camera recording the truth can prevent you from being held responsible for something you didn’t do.

4. Better Repair Outcomes for Your Vehicle

Insurers often try to argue over repair costs or push for cheaper repair routes. With strong video evidence, your accident management company can fight for proper, high-quality repairs, because the footage reinforces the severity and the mechanics of the collision.

5. What to Do If the Dashcam Didn’t Capture Everything

Even partial footage can help. Make sure to also take:

  • Photos of the scene
  • Street names and road markings
  • Witness contact details
  • A brief voice note of what happened

Your accident management team can still build a strong case using whatever you provide.

Contact Pearl Assistance

If you’ve been in a non-fault accident, dashcam footage can be the key to protecting your income. Send your footage straight to the team at Pearl Assistance. We’ll use it to fast-track your claim, secure your replacement vehicle, and get you back on the road quickly.

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