Common Misconceptions About Radar Detection Units
There’s nothing worse than getting home from a day spent commuting to find a photo radar ticket waiting for you in the mail. While abiding by the speed limit and proper driving techniques are the responsibility of motor vehicle operators, having tools that help encourage accountability and safety while driving can help everyone stay safer on the road.
While many see radar detection units as a tool to “get out of speeding tickets”, these devices are often subject to several misconceptions that downplay their usefulness. Below, we’ll dispel some of the most common points of confusion about radar units. Read on to learn more!
Misconception: Radar Detection Units are Illegal in Alberta
One of the most widespread misconceptions is that radar detection units are illegal in Alberta. While this is true in mostprovinces across Canada, radar detection units are not illegal in Alberta. It’s important to note that while traffic law does not prohibit owning a radar detector, it does prohibit the use of radar jammers, which actively interfere with police radar signals.
It’s also important to be aware that while you can own a radar unit in Alberta, you are not permitted to use it in provinces where they are not allowed (such as Manitoba, Ontario, etc.). Keep this in mind when traveling by vehicle, and be prepared to provide proof your unit is not in use if necessary.
Radar Detectors Make You Invisible to Police
Nope, you’re still fully visible if you’re speeding! Radar detectors do not obscure your vehicle from police radar and radar guns. They simply give you an alert that radar is present and give you the opportunity to slow down in advance. For lead-footed individuals who may be looking to escape the legal ramifications of speeding, you’ll also want to keep in mind that Law Enforcement employs multiple methods to catch speeders, including pacing, LIDAR, and more. In short, don’t mess around with speed and think you’ll outsmart the police.
All Radar Detectors are the Same
While many units will have common features, cheaper units may not offer the same performance and reliability as more vetted models. High-quality radar detectors offer better sensitivity and longer range, providing more advanced warning of radar signals. They often include advanced features like GPS for red light camera alerts, false alert filtering, and the ability to connect to your phone for real-time updates.
Radar Detectors are Only for Speeding
Yes, radar detection is helpful when it comes to avoiding traffic tickets, but it’s als far more useful for other factors. In addition to encouraging accountability and focus while driving, they can also help advise you of sudden speed limit changes, school zones and other areas where you may “speed” without even realizing it. In this regard, radar units help to promote safety and awareness and prevent us from getting complacent behind the wheel.
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