General Information
Why do I have to lease an Ignition Interlock?
The lease of an Ignition Interlock is your best choice when you are court or state-required to install one. Buying an Interlock may seem easier, but in reality, it could incur more costly issues against you. For example, you could face more costs if the Interlock gets damaged or stolen outside of a warranty. The […]
Smart Start’s Training Video – SmartMobile (ENGLISH)
Video Script Below: Hello, and welcome to Smart Start. We understand that you have been ordered to use a portable alcohol monitoring device. With your SmartMobile™, we will help you get through your program successfully. In this training video, we will show you the SmartMobile device, how it works, testing windows, and more so […]
Can I take a class to avoid an Ignition Interlock?
The order to have an Ignition Interlock in your vehicle usually happens through your court and/or DMV office. Many states also have some requirements for you to complete in addition to having an Ignition Interlock. One of them is attending an alcohol education or treatment class. Can I avoid an Ignition Interlock with these alcohol […]
Can I Buy an Ignition Interlock Instead of Leasing One?
When you are required to use it, you will usually not buy an Ignition Interlock, but lease one from a certified vendor. Smart Start only leases our Ignition Interlocks, and there’s some good reasons why. Buying an Ignition Interlock If you buy an Ignition Interlock online, you do not really know if the vendor is […]
Series: BLOW SOFTER on the Ignition Interlock
You may receive abort messages during your Ignition Interlock program. Abort messages mean that you did not blow into your Interlock properly, but this result does not read as a fail. Do not worry if you receive an abort message. If you follow your Ignition Interlock screen’s prompts, you’ll be back on the road in […]
Can I Hide or Disguise My Ignition Interlock?
Although an Ignition Interlock will help someone get back on the road, the thought of having one is still a little worrisome. During your research for a reputable Ignition Interlock vendor, you may have come across companies that ‘disguise’ Interlocks. In other words, they sell a product that looks like a big soda can or […]
Can I Receive Financial Assistance During My Ignition Interlock Program?
Do you need to use an Ignition Interlock in your vehicle, but you’re worried about the costs involved? Ignition Interlocks are inexpensive. In fact, an Interlock doesn’t cost more than a Starbucks coffee or a pack of cigarettes per day. However, we do understand that some of our clients may need a little more financial […]
What is a PBT (Personal Breath Test), and how does it differ from an Ignition Interlock?
There are several types of alcohol testing techniques that can show your breath alcohol concentration, or BrAC. A couple of tactics that may be more common to the general public are blood or urine testing. A couple of devices that may not come to mind are personal breath testers (PBT) and Ignition Interlocks. These products […]
Can I put an Ignition Interlock on a tractor or other heavy machinery?
We’ve covered whether Ignition Interlocks can be installed on motorcycles or boats, or not. The answer is that Ignition Interlocks can be on anything with a constant power supply and starter. But there are other types of transportation that are classified as a motor vehicle – and they are not your typical car or SUV. […]
Why Smart Start’s Ignition Interlock Camera is Your Best Choice
If you need a camera to go alongside your Ignition Interlock, you’ll want to choose your vendor wisely. There’s several options in vendors out there, but careful research will show you that not all are the same. A Discreet and Small Camera Smart Start’s camera is discreet. It fits in the palm of your hand […]
