Smart Start Interlocks - Dunedin

Welcome to Smart Start Interlocks - Dunedin! Our institution is located on Midland Street in Dunedin, New Zealand. We are a car repair establishment and a point of interest for those in need of interlock services.

Smart Start Interlocks was founded in 2005 by a small team of Kiwis, making us 100% New Zealand-based. Our team understands the entire process of the interlock sentence and is dedicated to helping our clients navigate through the interlock program. We are always here to provide assistance and support.

With the largest coverage of interlock installers from Kaitaia to Invercargill, we ensure that no matter where you live, there will be an interlock installer close to you. Our extensive network of service centers throughout New Zealand makes the installation and servicing of your interlock easy, eliminating the need for long-distance travel.

We are a trusted brand, manufacturing our interlocks in the USA. Our products are approved by NZTA for the New Zealand interlock program and are used in more than 1,800 locations worldwide. You can be confident in the quality and reliability of our interlocks.

When you choose Smart Start Interlocks, we make the process easy for you. We provide clear explanations throughout the entire interlock program, ensuring that you understand what you can and can't do to prevent accidental violations.

To get started, simply provide us with your details, and we will arrange a time for your interlock installation at your nearest service center. Typically, we can have an alcohol interlock installed in your vehicle within 1-2 days.

An alcohol interlock is a breathalyser that is wired into your car's ignition. It records every start, stop, test result, violation, and kilometers driven, providing a comprehensive report for authorities to view. Before starting your vehicle, you will need to provide an alcohol-free breath sample. Once you pass the test, you can start your vehicle.

While driving, the interlock will call for random tests that must be taken to prevent violations. Each month, you will need to take your vehicle back to a service center for data downloading and interlock calibration, which takes about 15 minutes. The monthly payment is made at the time of the service.

To ensure accurate testing, we recommend using a personal breathalyser to check your alcohol level before blowing into your interlock. Using the interlock device as a personal testing tool may result in violations and prolong the length of time you have the interlock installed.

If you are eligible for the alcohol interlock subsidy, leasing an interlock will only cost you $149 per month. The subsidy covers the cost of your alcohol interlock license, installation, $50 per month towards the lease, removal, and your zero alcohol license at the end of the program. If you are not eligible for the subsidy, the standard pricing is $199 per month, and you will be responsible for the initial installation and removal fees.

When getting your interlock installed, you will pay the installation fee and your first monthly lease to the service center. Additional fees may apply if you do not adhere to the program's requirements.

The interlock device is compact and can be easily mounted on a clip on your dashboard or stored near your gear lever. It does not need to be visible to anyone outside your vehicle. The unit is only connected to the wiring under the dash and under the bonnet, and at the end of the program, the wiring is restored to its pre-installation conditions.

In addition to interlocks, we also offer Smart Mobile, a remote alcohol monitoring device with a built-in camera and cellular modem. It is designed to monitor sobriety and immediately notify stakeholders of any missed or failed tests. We also provide the Lifeloc FC10 breathalyser, known for its accuracy and durability, and the DriveSafe exec personal breathalyser.

With over 10,000 interlocks installed in the last decade, you can trust Smart Start Interlocks to provide reliable and effective solutions for your interlock needs.

Visit us at Smart Start Interlocks - Dunedin, located at 10 Griffin Road Maungaturoto, 0583. We look forward to serving you and helping you through the interlock program.