Alcolocks

Alcolocks

What does alcolock mean? Learn the definition of alcolocks and how it works in practice. We also discuss what the purpose of alcolocks is.

An alcolock is a device in a vehicle that requires someone to blow into it before the vehicle can be started. If the alcolock detects that the person has a higher alcohol content than the system is set to allow, the vehicle is prevented from starting. Alcohol interlocks are used to reduce the number of traffic accidents caused by drunk drivers. For example, they may be mandatory in company cars or other vehicles used in commercial traffic by people with a history of drunk driving.

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