Not so Fast there Marty McDrunk – GPS halts Drinking and Driving

Just when you thought the lowly GPS was only going to show up in criminal tracking ankle bracelets and automobile navigation systems, now there’s a breathalyzer hooked up to a GPS and your car. Can’t pass the blow test? This new device not only detects the presence of alcohol, but locates the vehicle and even remotely stops the vehicle. Some models even offer an accurate blood alcohol (BAC) level. These new devices are designed to help reduce the instances of drunk diving, especially among the teenage population or the two time DUI offender who still drives around.

"Our intention with ACT GPS is to inform people of alcohol abuse both before and while operating a motor vehicle. By providing people with the proper information we hope to reduce future instances of alcohol related crashes and fatalities," expresses Ray Caperton with CTI, LLC.

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