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Best dash cam for taxis: front and interior recording with a hidden immobiliser
LockCAR is a UK vehicle security brand from AZFO Ltd in Birmingham, and we design and fit CAN bus immobilisers, GPS trackers and 4G dashcams. This page is for taxi and private hire drivers in the UK who want their vehicle protected on the road and on the driveway. A dual-camera dash cam records the road ahead and the passenger compartment, and the built-in immobiliser keeps the car where you left it.
Ask on WhatsApp which system suits your vehicle- Front and interior view
- Fitted from £550
- Hidden immobiliser built in
What the best taxi dash cam needs to do
A taxi camera has to do more than record the road. It has to cover the passenger compartment, protect the car overnight, and be fitted so it does not interfere with the vehicle.
- Record the road and the passengers
- A dual-camera system records the road ahead and the inside of the car at the same time, so you have footage of what happened from both sides.
- Match what your licensing authority asks for
- Many councils require or recommend forward-facing and interior coverage for licensed taxis and private hire vehicles. Requirements vary, so check your own authority’s specification.
- Protect the car overnight
- The built-in relay immobiliser keeps the engine blocked when the car is parked, so a late shift does not leave your vehicle open to relay theft.
- Evidence for disputes
- Interior footage helps if a passenger complaint or dispute arises, and the visible camera acts as a deterrent in the car.
- Fitted without cutting into factory systems
- The installer fits the system without altering the car software or original key system, and factory functions carry on working as before.
LockCAR systems for taxi and private hire
Prices below include fitting by an approved installer. All systems combine a dual-camera dash cam with a hidden relay immobiliser.
| System | Cameras | GPS tracker and 4G | Price fitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| LockCar Duo RH | Dual camera, front and rear | No | £550 |
| LockCar Duo RH Plus 4G | Dual camera, front and rear | Yes | £699 |
| LockCar One | Single dash cam | No | £450 |
| LockCar One Plus 4G | Single dash cam | Yes | £499 |
Left-hand drive versions (Duo LH and Duo LH Plus) cost the same as the right-hand drive versions.
Overnight protection for a working vehicle
- Parked is still at riskRelay theft does not need the car to be left in a bad area. It needs the key to be within range of the car, which is exactly the situation on many driveways and outside many homes.
- An immobiliser keeps the engine blockedThe hidden relay stops the engine starting until your own tag or PIN is present, so a relayed or cloned key signal is not enough on its own.
- Movement alerts on 4G modelsThe Duo RH Plus 4G adds a GPS tracker, so you can see where the vehicle is and get an alert if it moves when it should not.
- No subscription on the immobiliserThe immobiliser side needs no subscription: you pay once for the kit and the fitting.
How the fitting works
The fitting is booked around your shifts, and the installer comes to you.
Send your vehicle and postcode
Message us on WhatsApp or call +44 7300 989091 with your vehicle and postcode, and tell us which system you are considering.
Get a fixed price
We confirm the right system for your vehicle and the fitted price before you book. Fitting is included in the prices above.
We fit and test at your location
An approved installer fits the dual-camera dash cam and hidden immobiliser at your home or workplace, tests everything, and shows you how the recording and the tag or PIN work before leaving.
Before you book, enter your registration in the LockCAR Vehicle CHECK to confirm your vehicle is compatible. LockCAR immobilisers work on 12 V and 24 V vehicles. Check your licensing authority’s camera requirements before you choose a system, and display the in-vehicle notice that UK GDPR requires.
Questions from taxi and private hire drivers
Will a dual-camera dash cam meet my licensing authority’s requirements?
A dual-camera system records the road ahead and the passenger compartment at the same time, which is the layout most licensing authorities ask for. Requirements vary by council, so check your own authority’s specification before you book.
Do I need to tell passengers the camera is recording?
UK GDPR requires passengers to be told that a camera is in operation, usually with a visible notice in the vehicle. Check the wording your licensing authority expects and display it where passengers can see it.
How long does a LockCAR fitting take?
Fitting typically takes around one to two hours at your location. The approved installer brings the parts and tests everything before leaving.
Does LockCAR cover my area?
LockCAR fittings are carried out by approved installers across the UK. WhatsApp or call us with your postcode and we will confirm availability.
Will the system interfere with my factory electronics?
No. The installer fits the system without altering your car software or original key system, and factory functions carry on working as before.
What is the difference between the Duo RH and the Duo RH Plus 4G?
The Duo RH gives you front and rear recording with a hidden immobiliser for £550 fitted. The Duo RH Plus 4G adds a GPS tracker and 4G connection for £699 fitted, so you can see where the vehicle is and get movement alerts.
Is LockCAR Thatcham approved?
Not yet. Our immobilisers are going through Thatcham Security Certification and we will publish the details when a certificate is issued. We never claim Thatcham, insurer or police approval.
Written by the LockCAR engineering team. We design and build our immobilisers in the UK and fit them through our approved installers. Meet the engineers. Last updated .
