The AI dashcam uses your car's OBD-II port for power — the same port mechanics use for diagnostics. Here's what you need to know before ordering.
✅ Short answer: If your car was made in 1996 or later and sold in the United States, it almost certainly has an OBD-II port and is compatible. That covers the vast majority of vehicles on the road today.
The dashcam gets its power from the OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics II) port. This is a standardized 16-pin diagnostic port found in virtually all cars and light trucks sold in the US after 1996, mandated by the EPA for emissions monitoring. It's typically located under the dashboard on the driver's side, within 3 feet of the steering wheel.
The OBD-II connection provides consistent power to the camera regardless of whether the vehicle is running or not, and enables accurate trip detection.
In nearly all vehicles, the OBD-II port is located:
If you're having trouble locating it, search "OBD-II port location [your car make and model]" — this is well-documented for every vehicle. You can also call us at (878) 888-2811 and we'll help you find it.
The camera also mounts on the windshield using a strong adhesive mount. The cable runs neatly along the A-pillar (the vertical trim between the windshield and driver's window) to the OBD-II port below the dash. In most vehicles this is a clean, low-profile setup.
For vehicles with heated windshields or certain privacy glass treatments: the camera uses infrared-enhanced night vision, not a light source that would be blocked by window tints within legal limits.
If your vehicle is unusual, older, or you're just not sure — contact us before ordering. We'll confirm compatibility quickly.