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Dash Cam Procurement Guide

Compare product lines, cooperation models, order terms, and quality control steps before starting a fleet, wholesale, OEM, or ODM dash cam project.

Step 1 / Product selection

Choose the right product line

Start with the connection type, resolution, display format, and monitoring needs of the project.

Product category Category positioning Key highlights Suitable customers Typical applications
4G 4K Cloud Dash Cam High-resolution 4G cloud dash cam line 4K or True 4K video, 4G LTE, remote live view, cloud monitoring, GPS, parking mode, and selected 3-channel or multi-view models. Mid-to-large fleet operators, taxi and ride-hailing fleets, logistics fleets, distributors, and OEM/private-label programs. Remote fleet inspection, incident evidence, driver, cabin, and road monitoring.
4G 2K Cloud Dash Cam Mainstream 4G 2K cloud dash cam line 2K and 1080P recording, dual or 3-channel options, 4G LTE, WiFi, GPS, remote live view, and parking mode. Logistics fleets, taxi and ride-hailing operators, vehicle electronics wholesalers, and distributors. Daily fleet monitoring, vehicle tracking, remote live view, parking security, and channel bundles.
4G 1080P Cloud Dash Cam Entry-level 4G cloud dash cam line FHD or 1080P cloud-connected models for basic 4G remote capability with a simpler configuration. Cost-sensitive small fleets, entry-level channel programs, wholesalers, and distributors. Basic vehicle monitoring, entry-level remote viewing, and budget-friendly product mixes.
WiFi Dash Cam Non-4G WiFi local-connect dash cam line WiFi and app connection, 2K or 4K recording, loop recording, G-sensor, parking monitoring, and selected multi-channel models. Vehicle electronics wholesalers, retail and ecommerce channels, and distributors without cellular data requirements. Local video recording, mobile app viewing and download, passenger-car use, and retail bundles.
Mirror Dash Cam Rear-view mirror screen dash cam line Mirror-style touch screen, front and rear or multi-view recording, loop recording, and night vision. Automotive aftermarket channels, vehicle electronics wholesalers, installers, and distributors. Front and rear road recording, rear-view display upgrades, and aftermarket dash cam kits.
Step 2 / Cooperation model

Choose the right cooperation model

Use an existing sample for quick testing, choose OEM branding for a private-label launch, or move to ODM for a deeper platform project.

Existing sample testing

  • Start from 1 unit.
  • Suitable for product review and market testing.
  • Reference lead time: within 3 days.

OEM private label

  • Start from 100 units.
  • Use existing hardware and customize the logo, color box, manual, and firmware language.
  • Reference lead time: 25-30 days for 100-5,000 units.

ODM private cloud

  • Start from 2,000 units.
  • Use an existing hardware platform with private-cloud integration.
  • Reference lead time: 25-30 days.
Step 3 / Project flow

How OEM and ODM projects move

Share requirements

Send the software, hardware, branding, and deployment requirements.

Engineering review

The engineering team reviews software feasibility and the expected schedule.

Confirm the sample

Review the customized software and hardware, then confirm the production sample and firmware version.

Start production

Production begins after the sample and software version are confirmed.

Review the order

Inspection or production images and video can be arranged for order review before shipment.

Complete delivery

After the balance is settled, goods are shipped to the designated freight forwarder.

Step 4 / Order terms

Reference order terms

Use the following figures as a starting point when preparing a project request.

Order type Order quantity Reference lead time
Existing sample testing 1-5 units Within 3 days
OEM private label 100-1,000 units 25-30 days
OEM private label 1,001-5,000 units 25-30 days
OEM private label More than 5,000 units 35 days
ODM private cloud 2,000 units and above 25-30 days
Cooperation model MOQ
Existing sample testing 1 unit
OEM private label 100 units
ODM private cloud 2,000 units and above
Payment and delivery

T/T wire transfer: 30% deposit and 70% balance before shipment. Delivery term: EXW factory delivery.

Step 5 / Quality control

Quality control from IQC to OQC

Batch production follows a complete quality flow from incoming materials to outgoing shipment inspection.

IQC

Incoming quality control for materials before production.

IPQC

In-process inspection during production and assembly.

FQC

Finished product inspection before packing.

OQC

Outgoing quality control before shipment.

FAQ

Questions before you start

Can I begin with a small quantity?

Yes. Existing-sample testing starts from 1 unit, making it suitable for product review and initial market testing.

What can be customized under OEM?

OEM private-label cooperation can cover the logo, color box, manual, and firmware language while using existing hardware.

What does ODM cover in this guide?

The listed ODM model uses an existing hardware platform with private-cloud integration and starts from 2,000 units.

What should be included in the first inquiry?

Share the preferred product line, target quantity, software and hardware requirements, branding needs, and destination delivery details.

Next step

Start with the right product and project scope

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