Connected fleet dash cams: video telematics for vans, cars and HGVs
A connected fleet dash cam is a vehicle camera with its own 4G (LTE) connection, so it sends alerts and footage to a cloud platform instead of keeping everything on an SD card in the cab. Used with GPS tracking and driver scoring, it becomes video telematics: the journey, the driving data and the film of the road, in one record.
TrackerShop, part of Scorpion Group (vehicle electronics since 1973), supplies connected cameras and the AutoM8 platform that reads them. These systems are for businesses running commercial vehicles, and there are two ways to buy: order a single connected camera online from £449, or move the whole fleet onto the AutoM8 platform so cameras are matched to your vehicles and fleet size.
Who it is for: fleet managers, owners and operations leads who want evidence after an incident, fair coaching for drivers and a faster claims process. Buying one camera? Choose it from the table below. Planning a fleet roll-out? Check what your fleet needs and we will put you through to the right team.
What are fleet dash cams?
Fleet dash cams are cameras fitted to company vehicles that record the road, and sometimes the cab or surrounding blind spots, and store the footage so the business can use it. Fleet versions differ from consumer ones: they are hardwired, record continuously, connect to a management platform and usually work with a tracker. The reason businesses add them is the scale of road harm: 1,538 people were killed on Great Britain's roads in 2025 and 29,918 were killed or seriously injured (Department for Transport, 2025).
The connected kind add a mobile data connection. That lets a manager request a live view, receive an alert the moment the camera detects an impact, and download a clip without waiting for the vehicle to return to depot.
What is video telematics?
Video telematics is the combination of vehicle telematics (GPS location, speed, harsh-braking and cornering data) with camera footage, so every event comes with the video that explains it. Instead of reading a score and guessing at the cause, the manager watches the moment itself, with speed and g-force shown alongside.
It is the main difference between a fleet camera and a standalone dash cam. A standalone cam produces footage that someone has to find. Video telematics matches footage to the journey automatically. Our fleet tracking hub covers the GPS foundation.
What does the AutoM8 platform add to connected cameras?
The AutoM8 platform puts cameras, tracking and driver scoring on one screen. Built by Scorpion Automotive, it shows each vehicle on a live map, flags risk events with the video attached, and turns the data into scores and coaching notes. Cameras are third-party units that Scorpion integrates, fits and supports.
What the platform does today:
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Live tracking and geofencesVehicles update on the map every few seconds, with arrival and departure times at sites.
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AI cameras and visionForward-facing detection watches for collision, following-distance, lane and pedestrian warnings; in-cab detection watches for phone use, tiredness, smoking and a missing seatbelt.
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Driver behaviour scoringBraking, acceleration and cornering come from real g-force, adjusted for the vehicle's weight, so a loaded van is not marked down for being heavy. Speeding is judged against the UK enforcement threshold.
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Driver coachingPlain-English coaching notes go to the driver's phone, tied to a specific journey. The driver can reply. Coaching text is written on hardware Scorpion owns, so personal driving data stays in-house.
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Speed controlA TrackSpeed controller lets you set and change a vehicle's speed limit over the air.
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Power managementFor specialist vehicles, Intellitec power systems report battery and load health on the same vehicle record.
What plans does AutoM8 offer?
AutoM8 is sold in plans. Track covers tracking and driver scoring, with video telematics, speed control and CAN bus data available on top once the vehicle has the kit fitted. Ask the team what else is available for your fleet.
| Plan | Focus | Status | What it includes |
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| Track | See and score every vehicle | Live | Live tracking, geofencing, fair driver scoring, journey replay, automatic MOT and tax checks |
AutoM8 is quoted per vehicle per month, so the quiz needs only your fleet size to produce a figure. Ask the team about hardware and installation.
Fleet FinderWhich connected dash cams does TrackerShop list?
TrackerShop sells three LTE-connected cameras online, with connected cameras starting from £449, and each suits fleet cars and vans. They differ by channels, resolution and price, so match them to what you need to see.
| Camera | Channels | Notable features | Price (inc VAT) |
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| Thinkware T700 LTE | 1, front | 1080p, 3-axis G-sensor, parking modes, built-in GPS | from £449 |
| BlackVue DR770X LTE | 2, front and rear | 139 degree lenses, Wi-Fi, GPS, impact and motion detection, cloud app | £695 |
| BlackVue DR970X LTE | 2, front and rear, 64GB | Same two-channel layout; the listing states 4K Ultra HD | £819 |
The BlackVue models support BlackVue Cloud, which allows real-time alerts, live video streaming and remote backup of footage. The Thinkware model works with the Thinkware connected app. Each is a single-camera purchase, so add it to your basket on its product page. For ten, fifty or several hundred vehicles, or for cameras that report into AutoM8, get your AutoM8 recommendation instead and we will plan the set-up with you.
Which camera setup does each vehicle need?
Match the camera to the risk. A van mostly needs the road ahead and behind, a taxi needs the cabin, and an HGV needs coverage of its blind sides. Larger vehicles use a digital video recorder (DVR) with several channels.
| Setup | What it records | Typical vehicle | Why it is chosen |
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| Forward-facing | The road ahead | Cars, small vans | Lowest cost, proof of who was at fault |
| Dual (front and rear) | Road ahead and behind | Vans, pool cars, trades | Rear-end shunts and reversing disputes |
| Driver-facing (in-cab) | The driver, with detection for phone use and fatigue | Any fleet with a safety policy | Early warning before an incident |
| Multi-camera DVR | Several channels: sides, reversing, interior | HGVs, buses, plant | Blind-spot cover and full-vehicle evidence |
Read more on multi-camera HGV systems and taxi and private hire cameras, which need a cabin view.
How does camera footage help with insurance claims and driver coaching?
Footage settles who did what, quickly. It gives an insurer or a court a timestamped record with speed and location, can disprove a staged or exaggerated claim, and lets managers coach from real events instead of memory. The benefit is evidence; it does not, by itself, change a premium.
Is it legal to record drivers on a fleet?
Yes, if the employer has a lawful basis, tells staff, and records no more than it needs. Cameras that capture identifiable people produce personal data under UK GDPR, so a policy covering purpose, access and retention is usually needed. The Information Commissioner's Office expects monitoring to be necessary, proportionate and transparent (ICO, monitoring workers guidance).
Our article on who owns telematics data under UK law covers the wider data questions.
- Tell drivers before cameras go in, and cover it in a written policy or contract note.
- Be most careful with in-cab cameras, where proportionality matters most and workers must be told in advance.
- Set a retention period and delete footage on schedule.
- Be ready to respond to a subject access request from a driver.
Which industries use connected fleet cameras?
Any fleet that carries risk, public contact or high-value loads. Each guide below covers tracking and cameras together for that trade.
- Service and maintenance engineers
- Construction companies
- Healthcare and care providers
- Taxi and private hire
- HGVs and lorries
- Security companies
Mostly vans? See van tracking for the tracker side.
How do you add connected cameras to a fleet?
Single cameras can be ordered straight from the product pages above. For a fleet, start with the AutoM8 recommendation, then fitting. Cameras are installed by our team, so the wiring, power and positioning are right the first time.
- Take the Fleet Finder quiz and tell us how many vehicles you run and what types.
- We recommend camera setups per vehicle group on the AutoM8 Track plan.
- Our installers fit the cameras and trackers on site or at a location that suits you.
- You log in, set alert rules and let drivers know what is recorded.
- Review the first week of events and agree coaching routines.
Fleet dash cam FAQs
What is a connected fleet dash cam?
A connected fleet dash cam is a commercial vehicle camera with a built-in 4G connection that sends alerts and footage to a cloud platform. Managers can see events, request a live view and download clips remotely, rather than waiting for the vehicle to return to depot.
What is the difference between a dash cam and video telematics?
A dash cam records video that someone must find afterwards. Video telematics joins camera footage to GPS location, speed and driving scores, so each flagged event arrives with its clip. It suits fleets that want evidence and coaching, not just a recording.
Do fleet dash cams work with GPS fleet tracking?
Yes. Connected cameras and GPS trackers can feed the same platform. In AutoM8, camera events appear on the live map beside vehicle positions, and footage is matched to the journey with speed and g-force. Ask the team which camera suits your tracker.
Can a fleet dash cam record the driver?
Yes. Driver-facing cameras record the cab and can detect phone use, tiredness, smoking and a missing seatbelt. Because they capture an identifiable person, employers should tell staff, set a policy and keep footage proportionate under UK GDPR, as the ICO monitoring workers guidance sets out.
Do I need a different camera for an HGV?
Usually. HGVs have large blind spots, so they commonly use a multi-channel digital video recorder with side, rear and sometimes interior cameras. A single forward camera suits cars and small vans.
How do I buy connected dash cams for my fleet?
There are two routes. For one vehicle, order a connected camera online from £449 (Thinkware T700 LTE, BlackVue DR770X LTE or DR970X LTE). For a fleet set-up on the AutoM8 platform, answer the Fleet Finder questions about your vehicles, and TrackerShop will recommend camera setups, confirm fitting and quote per vehicle.
Get a quote for connected fleet cameras
Need only one camera? Order a Thinkware T700 LTE from £449 or compare the BlackVue models above. For a fleet, find the right set-up and we'll put you through to the right team. The questions cover vehicle types, whether you already use trackers, and whether you want cameras facing the road, the cab or both.
Not yet using tracking? Start with our fleet tracking range, then add cameras. You can also call 0330 055 2777.
