It’s a sobering thought to think
that in a few years time, the number of drink driving offences should be
reduced to zero.
In July 2008, Finland became the
first country in the EU to legislate on Alcolocks. This is a locking device
which effectively immobilises the car, if the driver’s breath contains alcohol.
Since Finland introduced legislation under this heading, Sweden and France have
followed on. The Swedish Transport Agency say that they intend to fit 75% of
all government vehicles with an Alcolock by the end of this current year.
75,000 voluntarily installed Alcolocks are in place in vehicles used in
commercial and public transport in Sweden.
What do you think - will the day
ever arrive when the latest model of a particular car will come with an
Alcolock as standard? Drink up ladies
and gentlemen, the end is nigh.
Kevin Brophy
31.07.12
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