Radar Detector FAQ

Investing in a radar detector can give you freedom while you drive; no more stressing about unwanted and unnecessary tickets.

These devices can detect the frequencies being emitted from radar guns and signal you while driving when there is radar technology in the area.  If used appropriately, they can be useful tools that can send reminders that people need to slow down, as well as encourage safer driving.

Types of Detectors:

1. Corded Detectors: Windshield mounted via suction cups and are plugged into a 12V outlet

2. Cordless Detectors: Can easily be moved from one vehicle to another and have a cleaner look than corded models, and run off of batteries

3. Remote(Hidden) Mount Detectors: Permanently and typically custom installed into your vehicle, virtually undetectable and invisible

FAQ About Radar Detectors:

1. Are they illegal?  No, not illegal.  They are legal for non-commercial vehicles in 49 states.

2. What’s the major differences between portable and remote detectors?  Portable units mount on your windshield and are powered by a 12V outlet. Remote units feature a front and/or rear mounted receiver for exceptional performance, along with audio and visual warnings. 

3. Are radar jammers the same thing?  A radar jammer blocks the signals from a radar gun so that the police officer can’t get a reading on you.  A radar detector just signals you when radar is in use in your vicinity.  Jamming radar is a federal offense and prohibited nationwide.   

4. Don’t radar detectors just encourage speeding?  They’re not meant to promote unsafe driving. These devices are best used by safe drivers who find themselves going a little too fast sometimes. They’re to help detect law enforcement technology and remind you to pay attention to speed limits.

5. If the weather is bad, will a detector actually work? Yes, this equipment isn’t affected by bad weather. Radar frequencies can travel through rain and snow.

6. Does having a radar detector mean I’ll never get a ticket again? No, don’t stop being a cautious driver just because you have a detector. Technology advances every day and radar is not the only way police can catch a speeder. The only sure way to avoid getting a speeding ticket is to not speed.

A radar detector is definitely not a DIY installed product. Please save yourself from headaches and vehicle damage by having your detector installed by us.  We can help you choose the best one for your needs and answer any more questions about radar and laser protection you might have.