A video camera can help you prove that you didn’t put those dents in a rental car. And if you do get in an accident, it can document what really happened.
As you’ve probably figured out, many video camera hacks are also appropriate for camera phones. What makes your camera phone unique is that you probably have it with you in some odd situations, such as when you’re renting a car or find yourself involved in a fender bender.
At most rental-car shops, an agency rep walks around the automobile with you before sending you off into the world. This is a great time to pull out your camera phone and photograph or video any scratches or dents he points out. Be sure to get his hand in the picture to make an identifying element that is unique to that car.