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All of Your Ignition Interlock Questions Answered

Answers to many of your questions about Ignition Interlocks and more can be found in our Smart Start blog. As a trusted industry leader recognized by State Authorities, national organizations and media publications throughout the years, Smart Start continues to help drivers stay safe on the road.

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Can a Smart Start Ignition Interlock Be Installed on Older Cars?

October 4, 2018

General Information

If you need an Ignition Interlock, you may be wondering if the device can work with your older car. With Smart Start, you don’t need to worry about our Ignition Interlock with any vehicle you own, whether it’s a 60s model or a 2018 Chevrolet!…

Customer holding an Ignition Interlock Device in car with camera

When Will I Need an Ignition Interlock in South Carolina?

October 1, 2018

General Information, State Information

If you got a DUI in South Carolina, you may be wondering if you need to install an Ignition Interlock Device. You’ll need to take part of the Ignition Interlock program in South Carolina if you have a BAC of. 15 or greater at the time of your…

What to Expect After a First DUI in Georgia

September 27, 2018

General Information, State Information

Do you know what to do after getting a first DUI in Georgia? Let’s go over what to expect and how a Smart Start Ignition Interlock can help you get back on the road right away. A First DUI in Georgia Timeline First, at the time of your arrest,…

Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device Attends AIIPA Conference

What Can I Expect Out of My Ignition Interlock Program?

September 25, 2018

General Information

If you need an Ignition Interlock from a court or state requirement, you’re probably wondering how the program will go because you may have the device for a while. For example, how do tests work while you’re driving (also known as ‘random…

Can You Install an Ignition Interlock on a Tractor?

September 24, 2018

General Information

If Ignition Interlocks go into vehicles, can they also be in tractors? The answer with Smart Start is, absolutely! Ignition Interlocks and Tractors - Can It Work? First, let’s go over how the Ignition Interlock functions. Ignition…

Customer holding a Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device in car

7 BAIID Steps to Follow After Graduating a Michigan Treatment Court

September 21, 2018

General Information, State Information

If you are a participant in a Michigan treatment court, you may need to continue using your Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device or BAIID after graduation. In other words, your overseeing authority for your BAIID program can change from…