FACT vs. FICTION

There are many rumors, myths, and misconceptions surrounding the use of ignition interlock devices. Learn the truth about ignition interlock devices here.

FICTION	FACT
1. This thing will shut my car off if it thinks I have alcohol on my breath.	The Intoxalock is not capable of affecting the running status of the vehicle. If alcohol is detected, the Intoxalock will record and react according to state specific regulations.
2. That everything from cigarettes, to pizza, and chewing gum will set it off.	The Intoxalock employs a patented fuel cell technology that is 100% alcohol-specific. If alcohol is not present in the sample, the user will be allowed to continue unabated.
3. My car will be damaged and would never run the same again after the installation.	The Intoxalock installation is a very non-intrusive procedure and does not cause any irreversible damage to the vehicle. Our highly trained technicians are able to return the vehicle to the original condition upon de-installation.
4. These devices are hard to use.	The Intoxalock is easy to use. Activation is completed using one of several breath patterns. Federal regulations require 1.5 liters of air and the average human being has no problem introducing that much air into the device.
5. I could never afford to have an interlock installed. They Cost thousands of dollars!!	The Intoxalock is easily affordable with small montly payments. In fact, it can be leased for as little as $2.30 per day, which is less than a bottle of beer or a pack of cigarettes!
6. I'll get stranded because the interlock will break down.	The Intoxalock is manufactured to IPC Class II specifications at our UL Registered, ISO9001:2000 Cerfified facility. Each unit must pass rigorous testing and burn in prodedures to ensure trouble free operation in all types of environmental conditions.
7. I'll have an accident when trying to give a breath sample.	The Intoxalock surpasses all others in terms of simplicity and ease of use with a single button , a digital display for instructions, and multiple options for submitting samples.