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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.

Driver reaching for Smart Start Ignition Interlock Device

For Quality Ignition Interlock, Be an Informed Consumer

May 19, 2020

General Information

With a little homework – and seeing through false or misleading information – you can save money and headaches on high-quality Ignition Interlock. See why Smart Start outshines the competition.

SmartMobile portable alcohol monitoring device

U.K. Study: Portable Alcohol Monitoring in Family Situations

May 12, 2020

General Information, Influencers, International, SMART Mobile

Harrow Council Children’s Services in London, England, used SmartMobile in a groundbreaking trial that monitored alcohol-related behaviors in 75 families. The results showed SmartMobile's positive effect on promoting a safe family environment.

Client uses SmartMobile for alcohol breath test

Choose Mobile Alcohol Testing with SmartMobile

May 5, 2020

General Information, Influencers

A paper released earlier this year by the American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) emphasizes the growing role of smartphone apps for supervision. That kind of solution is easily available through our app-based BreathCheck™ mobile…

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Learn About Portable Alcohol Testing at Smart Start University

April 28, 2020

General Information, Influencers

Smart Start University sets us apart from our competitors. It's a unique, on-demand webinar series that tells you all about our portable alcohol testing and monitoring technology.

woman uses BreathCheck app-based monitoring to measure her alcohol content

App-Based Monitoring Supports Client Supervision

April 21, 2020

General Information, Influencers

We were pleased that a white paper by the American Probation and Parole Association (APPA) Technology Committee reinforces the value of a quality-conscious, app-based monitoring approach. Our discreet, easy-to-use BreathCheck device certainly fits that category.

What is SR-22? And Why Would I Need It?

April 14, 2020

General Information

An SR-22 can be one of the more confusing parts of a DUI conviction. For starters, it’s not really “insurance.” It’s proof from your auto insurer that if your license has been suspended, you have the minimum coverage required by your state.