Smart Start Ignition Interlock

07/14/2023

𝗙𝗔𝗤: What can breathalyzers detect?

𝗔𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿: https://bit.ly/43ri5KU

07/04/2023

Hot dogs, fireworks, patriotic popsicles… what’s your favorite part of July 4th celebrations? Just make sure it includes sober driving. Read on: https://bit.ly/3pxIybY

06/27/2023

𝗙𝗔𝗤: Is an ignition interlock the same as a handheld breathalyzer?

𝗔𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿: https://bit.ly/3r3Gado

05/31/2023

The “100 Deadliest Days” refers to the period each year starting on Memorial Day and going through Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3CbejKt

05/29/2023

Keeping the roadways safe is one way to honor the men and women who gave their lives for our country. Memorial Day is one of the deadliest holidays on the road. Stay safe today and every day!

05/25/2023

We completely understand that most of our customers aren't exactly thrilled about having to install an interlock device in their vehicle. We know you wish you didn't have to deal with this. But we have heard from many customers that say this experience has actually been a pleasant one after everything was over, and we try our hardest to make each customer's experience with an interlock device a positive one.

Our customers have lots to say about their experiences with Smart Start of Alabama ignition interlock devices: https://bit.ly/3WB0D4R

05/15/2023

You've probably heard the drunk driving story that is gaining nationwide attention by now. Does the drunk driver who killed the new bride have regrets? Read on: https://bit.ly/41DMLrH

05/05/2023

In the U.S., there is a tradition of eating tacos and enchiladas on this holiday. There is also a tradition of drinking Mexican inspired alcoholic drinks. Cinco de Mayo is even called Cinco de Drinko sometimes. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗼 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼 𝗱𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗼. 🌮🍹🍸
Read on for ways to keep the roads safer on this holiday: https://bit.ly/3nxGjV0

05/03/2023

Through the month of April, we shared stories from real people about their struggles and history with alcohol in honor of Alcohol Awareness Month 2023.

𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝, 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
❗️ "I choose to break the cycle of alcoholism in my family."
https://bit.ly/3KJ6WPv
❗️ "I accumulated DUIs, I almost lost my career, my wife almost left me, and worst of all I just wanted to die."
https://bit.ly/3MKiFPm
❗️ "I caused a wreck because I drove drunk."
https://bit.ly/40wprM3

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We love sharing real stories/thoughts so that our clients and followers know they're not alone. Just email your story to [email protected]. Only share what you feel comfortable with us sharing on our blog, and keep in mind we will not use your name in the posts.

04/21/2023

"I never really had an alcohol problem. I wasn't one of those people who struggled with addiction or resisting the urge to drink. I was/am a social drinker. I just drink occasionally and have never really had any issues with doing so. But one night I was drinking at a friend's house and then I drove home. I shouldn't have driven home."

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://bit.ly/40wprM3

04/16/2023

"Ahhhh where to start. Alcohol is said to affect everyone differently and that’s obvious if you just take a quick look around at people when they drink. For me, and many others, alcohol is extremely addictive. Once consumed, we lose our ability to stop. We are very compulsive in nature. We don’t need a reason to drink. We happy, we drink. We sad, we drink. It’s your birthday, we drink…. You get the point." 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: 𝗵𝘁𝘁𝗽𝘀://𝗯𝗶𝘁.𝗹𝘆/𝟯𝗠𝗞𝗶𝗙𝗣𝗺

04/08/2023

"I choose to break the cycle of alcoholism in my family. My fear is for my children. They have addiction from both sides. Their dad was an addict (he overdosed when they were babies) and then I have my history. I tell them the truth so they know."

A woman shared her alcohol story with us. She shared about several members of her family that were affected by alcohol and how their story of alcohol has affected hers. See the full story here: http://bit.ly/3KJ6WPv

"I honestly could tell you so much… this is a short version."

04/01/2023

April is Alcohol Awareness Month: https://bit.ly/3zkbQfu

𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹. We'll hear real alcohol stories about real people. These are not scripted and we do not guide our storytellers. It's their story and we simply let them tell it. Our hope is that we can show those struggling with alcohol use that you're not alone.

03/24/2023

We're the best ignition interlock device provider for both interlock clients and their monitoring authorities. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: https://bit.ly/3nkhLOX


What else can we add to our list?

03/16/2023

Don't count on luck 🍀 to avoid a DUI! Need our help to make sure you don't get pulled over for drinking green beer? http://bit.ly/3JO8CXS

03/07/2023

Ignition interlock device customers tell us all the time that they wish they could go back to the day they got a DUI and make a different choice. Unfortunately they can't. But sometimes sharing their story with others helps in their journey.

So what's your alcohol story? Maybe you or a loved one got a DUI? Maybe someone you love was hurt by a drunk driver? Maybe you were raised by an addict? Or you are one? Maybe you've lost a job or family over your drinking problem? Maybe you're willing to tell us your story? We will keep it anonymous. 𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗹 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 (𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀/𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝘀@𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗮.𝗰𝗼𝗺 𝗯𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯. 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀.

Read the full story here: http://bit.ly/3ZIXhNI

03/03/2023

We're the best ignition interlock device provider for both interlock clients and their monitoring authorities. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐰𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: https://bit.ly/3EWTYul

02/20/2023

You had an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle, and you embraced the process of meeting your program’s requirements. Once a month you brought your vehicle in for service and calibration. Now you’re ready to move on from this time in your life, and you’re looking forward to getting rid of that restricted license.

Find out more about our 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 here: http://bit.ly/3IE2QHx

If you have met the requirements of your restricted license, ALEA / DPS, and your automobile blow machine, you may be a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out what needs to happen to get the device removed. Smart Start of Alabama understands that this is a stressful time for you, and we will do our best to make sure the removal of your alcohol device is one less worry. We’re glad our product was able to help you drive safely, and we celebrate your success!

02/15/2023

You thought those gifts for your sweetie were expensive? A DUI arrest can cost thousands of dollars including court costs, attorney fees, fines, interlock device expenses, and other things. Valentine's Day already digs into your pocketbook, so don't let a DUI be another thing you have to pay for! http://bit.ly/3YwuAU2

02/12/2023

𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗢𝗪𝗟 𝗟𝗩𝗜𝗜 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗦 FROM THE BEST IGNITION INTERLOCK PROVIDER IN THE GAME 🏈 Just like the coaches come up with a game plan before kickoff, you should make sure you know how you’re getting back home BEFORE you head out to that party 🥳 Learn more and get free printables: https://smartstartal.com/free-super-bowl-lvii-printables-from-the-best-ignition-interlock-provider-in-the-game

01/27/2023

If you're in need of interlock device installation in Alabama, we have a new location at Geo’s Automotive in Northport ready to help. We've got several locations across the state and we're ready to get you back on the road.

http://bit.ly/3XYkjzT

01/18/2023

We hear this question a lot from our interlock customers: “How long do I need to keep my ignition interlock device installed?”

Read on to find out the answer: http://bit.ly/3iLp2FF

01/13/2023

Many of our interlock device customers tell us they knew they needed to make changes to their drinking and behaviors, but they got a DUI since they didn't make those changes soon enough.

A new year brings a new start, a fresh chance to begin with a clean slate. A new year encourages us to get rid of things that no longer bring us joy or to add more of what does. Many of us are excited for 2023 to bring a lot of change and promise into our lives. We might be able to help you: http://bit.ly/3iypneC

12/23/2022

Happy Holidays and Seasons Greetings from our Smart Start family to yours!

12/19/2022

Drive a hybrid or an electric vehicle and need an ignition interlock? Smart Start is more than qualified to help you!

https://www.smartstartinc.com/blog/hybrid-electric-vehicle-ignition-interlock/

If you have been advised to get an Ignition Interlock Device, but you drive an electric or hybrid vehicle, Smart Start can help you.

12/13/2022

Are you unsure of how to use your ignition interlock device? If so, Smart Start has the answers your looking for!

https://bit.ly/3PpCHOD

Feeling unsure of how to use Smart Start's ignition interlock? don’t fret. Let us explain exactly how to use our ignition interlock device.

12/07/2022

Do you have a DUI or DWI? Following your conviction or arrest, you may need an Ignition Interlock Device. When choosing a provider, it’s important to know what questions to ask.

http://ow.ly/Z7ZL50LXETb

When choosing an Ignition Interlock provider, there are 4 important questions you should ask before committing to a provider.

12/05/2022

On Friday, December 2nd, Smart Start's valued partners and employees gathered to celebrate Smart Start's 30th Anniversary. Our celebration was filled with gratitude, laughter, and of course, Texas BBQ. Thank you to everyone who made the trip to celebrate Smart Start.

12/02/2022

Today we celebrate our 30th Anniversary! We are honored to have some of the most distinguished and advanced alcohol monitoring devices on the market that have helped our clients get back on the road for three decades.

We're so grateful to our valued partners, who we've had the privilege of working alongside for the last thirty years. Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way. We look forward to the future!

12/01/2022

Although December is a time for family and celebration, it is also National Impaired Driving Prevention Month.

Did you know that two of the most celebrated dates in the year – Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve – are also among the most dangerous nights to drive?

Throughout December, Mothers Against Drunk Driving teams up with law enforcement agencies across the country in an effort to decrease the risk of impaired driving accidents.

Do your part this December by driving sober and staying vigilant on the roads.

11/30/2022

POV: You had an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle and you’re feeling ready to move past the mistake of your drunk driving charge. You’re trying to figure out what needs to be done to meet the requirements of your restricted license, ALEA / DPS, and your newly installed interlock device, but it's a bit overwhelming.

Smart Start of Alabama understands that this is a stressful time for you, and we will do our best to make sure the maintenance of your alcohol device is one less worry. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲: https://bit.ly/3GYTaXz

11/24/2022

Stay safe during the holidays... Don't drink and drive!

https://bit.ly/3S8bMqs

11/22/2022

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘃𝗲 is widely known as the '𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿'. Why? Read on to find out: http://bit.ly/3V4s05V

11/11/2022

Thank you to the men and women who have risked their lives to protect our country. We at Smart Start send you our sincerest appreciation and gratitude.

11/11/2022

If you're in need of interlock device installation in Alabama, we have several locations. Learn about a 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡'𝐬 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫 here: https://bit.ly/3fT14qB

11/01/2022

"Alcohol interlocks significantly reduce drunk driving while interlocks are active and (to a modest extent) following their removal."

Read more on this new study here: https://bit.ly/3zAX3xv

10/31/2022

Happy Halloween!

It's spooky to hear about the increase in drunk driving crashes on Halloween. To stay extra safe this evening, remember to use these safety precautions:

- Schedule a ride ahead of time if you are drinking alcohol
- Be extra cautious of pedestrians on the road
- Be aware of your surroundings, avoid distracted driving

Have fun while keeping the roads safe!

10/31/2022

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10/28/2022

Halloween is scary enough without drunk drivers on the road. 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂.

https://bit.ly/3W6Tn0d

10/19/2022

is a great time to talk about some of the issues surrounding our young drivers. Now in its 15th year, National Teen Driver Safety Week is dedicated to raising awareness and seeking solutions to prevent teen injuries and deaths on the road.

Ignition interlock devices, or vehicle breathalyzers, have great potential in the fight against drinking and driving. Many people who use our products have been ordered to do so by a court, probation officer, or a specific program they’re in. But some people voluntarily install our life-saving products to protect themselves or their loved ones by preventing drunk driving accidents or monitoring alcoholism. Parents can use our devices as a way of preventing their teens from driving the vehicle after drinking.

Want to learn more? Visit https://bit.ly/3EZ0AJs