I took my car for a spin around the block with the flagship Nextbase 622GW dash cam — and it was quickly obvious I needed this tech.

I finally have the chance to join an elite club in Australia — and become a contributor to the famous Dash Cam Owners Australia Facebook and YouTube pages.

Nextbase sent me their flagship Nextbase 622GW dash cam to review, so I installed it and took my car for a spin around the block in western Sydney.

One drive was all it took to reinforce the fact that I need a dash cam in my car.

It’s amazing the shenanigans people are constantly getting up to on the roads — and the 622GW captured it all clearly in 4K.

Heading down the street I spotted a man with a pram crossing the road near a stop sign.

I slowed down to stop and watched in horror as another car zoomed past.

Luckily no-one was hurt, but had there been an incident it would have been good to have footage.

Driving up past the train station I had to stop quickly when a car suddenly reversed.

I know red P-plate drivers already have a bad reputation — you weren’t doing yourself any favours in this situation, mate!

It’s clear that with this camera — and the quality of drivers in my neighbourhood — it won’t be long before I make a submission to Dash Cam Owners Australia.

The incidents really drove home the point — dash cams can provide crucial video evidence to prove you’re not at fault and to help resolve an insurance claim.

Set-up Setting up was relatively easy.

Installing the camera only took a few minutes. And the dash cam is pretty easy to use with its touch screen and user-friendly menus.

You can also use Alexa voice commands, which can be set-up with both Apple and Android phones.

The dash cam has GPS and Wi-Fi, meaning you can pair the device with your phone, allowing you to easily share footage.

What’s the Nextbase 622GW offering

The Nextbase 622GW has a bunch of really cool specs and safety features.

On the specs front it has 4K ultra-clear recording at 30fps and digital image stabilisation.

You can also rotate a bezel on the camera to capture even clearer video.

It can operate well in extreme weather, with built-in algorithms to provide the clearest image.

The camera also has super slow motion, with 120fps — ideal for capturing a licence plate after an incident. The 622GW also has enhanced night vision — which is critical given how many crashes happen at night. Nextbase says the dash cam uses larger pixels to allow more light in to each one, with the camera automatically detecting light levels.

One of the best features is the ability to set-up EmergencySOS. This allows the device to alert emergency services automatically if you’re involved in a crash — even if the driver is unresponsive. And there’s also an option to share you medical history and blood type.

Using the built-in what3words, you can locate yourself to within three metres.

The Nextbase 622GW has a built-in G-Sensor that can detect impacts and being recording.

There's also an intelligent parking mode that can automatically record if your vehicle is hit — ideal for situations when your vehicle is left in a car park or near a busy road.

What’s the wrap

The Nextbase 622GW is worth buying if you want that comfort of mind in case of an accident. The incredible footage quality is also a standout feature.

It’s definitely a buy from me.

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