We have submitted evidence to the Department for Transport’s consultation on mandating vehicle safety technologies in GB type approval.
We have replied only to the question on alcohol interlock installation facilitation.
Alcohol interlock installation facilitation (AIIF) technology provides for easier fitment of aftermarket alcohol interlock - a breathalyser-like system installed in a vehicle that prevents it from starting if the driver’s breath alcohol concentration exceeds a pre-set limit.
While the Department for Transport is consulting on various safety measures, they are not currently proposing to make AIIF technologies mandatory.
We disagree with this proposal.
As noted in our response to the Department for Transport’s consultation on proposed changes to penalties for motoring offences, the evidence is clear that alcolocks can prevent drink-driving and be a useful tool in the drink drive rehabilitation process, reducing reoffending.
Making AIIF technologies mandatory does not mean that cars would come with alcolocks already installed, but it would make it far easier to install them if necessary.
