Smart Start Interlocks - Hastings 508 Karamu Road North, Mayfair, Hastings, Hawke's Bay 4122

Welcome to Smart Start Interlocks - Hastings! We are a trusted car repair establishment and point of interest located on Karamu Road North in Hastings, New Zealand. Our institution was started by a small team of Kiwis back in 2005 and is 100% New Zealand-based.

At Smart Start Interlocks - Hastings, we have a team of Kiwis who fully understand the interlock sentence process. We are dedicated to helping all our clients navigate through the interlock program and provide the necessary support. From Kaitaia to Invercargill, we have the largest coverage of interlock installers, ensuring that no matter where you live, there will be an installer close to you.

Since 2013, we have successfully installed over 10,000 interlocks in vehicles. People choose Smart Start Interlocks because we make the process easy and ensure that everything is well explained throughout the entire interlock program. It is crucial that you understand what you can and can't do to prevent accidental violations.

To make the installation and servicing of your interlock convenient, we have an extensive network of service centers throughout New Zealand. This eliminates the need for you to travel long distances. Our brand is trusted and made in the USA. It is approved by NZTA for the New Zealand interlock program and used in over 1,800 locations worldwide.

When you choose Smart Start Interlocks - Hastings, we will collect your details and 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 breathalyzer that is wired into your car's ignition. It records every start, stop, test result, violation, and kilometers driven, which is then available as a 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 randomly call for tests that must be taken to avoid violations. Each month, you need to take your vehicle back to a service center for data download and interlock calibration, which takes about 15 minutes. The monthly payment is made at the time of the service.

To accurately check your alcohol level before blowing into your interlock, we recommend using an accurate personal breathalyzer. Using the interlock device as a tool to test yourself may result in a violation, potentially extending the length of time you have the interlock installed.

If you are eligible for the alcohol interlock subsidy, leasing an interlock will cost you only $149 per month. This 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. You will also have to pay for the initial installation and removal at the end of the program.

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

The interlock device itself is similar in appearance to a breathalyzer and is attached to your vehicle. It is roughly the size of your hand and can be 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, a top-quality breathalyzer known for its accuracy and durability, and the DriveSafe exec, a personal breathalyzer that is both accurate and durable.

With over 10,000 interlocks installed in the last decade, Smart Start Interlocks - Hastings is your reliable partner in ensuring safe and responsible driving. Visit us at 10 Griffin Road, Maungaturoto, 0583. We look forward to assisting you with your interlock needs!