Benchmarking AI for Dashcam Video Understanding: Insights from Nexar’s Large-Scale Incident Dataset

Every day, millions of dashcams silently record the vast and unpredictable world of driving. From routine commutes to near-miss accidents to catastrophic collisions, these devices capture an invaluable trove of real-world data. While traditional traffic monitoring systems focus on major roads and intersections, dashcams provide a window into diverse driving scenarios—including those that are rare, high-risk, or otherwise overlooked by conventional surveillance.