One in four motorists believe in-car cameras should be made compulsory in the UK to reduce the number of ‘crash for cash’ schemes.
In a survey carried out by breakdown company RAC, 71% of the 1619 respondents said it would help bogus car insurance claims from staged crashes.
Over a third (39%) of those asked said they are considering fitting an in-car camera themselves, while 4% already have a camera fitted.
Just under 60% (59%), said they bought one to have a record in case of an accident while 21% cited protection against ‘crash for cash’ scams.
According to Association of British Insures figures, false claims rose by 34% last year to 59,900 cases, with the reported £2 billion in claims adding £90 a year onto insurance premiums.
“Accident cameras or in-car cameras are commonplace in some countries where unscrupulous driving practices are a more regular occurrence.
“With ‘crash for cash’ crimes unfortunately becoming more prevalent on UK roads, motorists are looking to in-car cameras to protect themselves from being taken advantage of,” said Pete Williams, head of external affairs at RAC.
