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Little Known Facts About Alcohol
Little Known Facts About Alcohol
You may be familiar with the substance, but did you know these lesser known facts about alcohol? Take a peek and impress your friends later. Lire plus...
What is the Highest BAC Level Ever Recorded?
According to CBC Canada, a 67 year-old Bulgarian man has the highest BAC level ever recorded, and specifically ‐ the highest survivable BAC level. Lire plus...
Could BAC Results for Diabetics Read Higher Than Normal?
Breathalyzer results for diabetics could read higher than actual BAC estimates due to the presence of acetone, but some breathalyzers are not affected by this. Lire plus...
How Do Online BAC Calculators Work?
Most online BAC calculators require a person to enter four data points: weight, gender, number of drinks consumed, and amount of time they’ve been drinking. Lire plus...
Can a U.S. Citizen be Denied Entry into Canada if They Have a DUI?
Yes, it is indeed true! Anyone with a DWI/DUI conviction is considered to be "inadmissible" and may denied entrance to Canada. Lire plus...
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test if I'm Pulled Over?
In all states, a driver can refuse to take a breathalyzer test, but refusal will result in some form of punishment due to ‘implied consent’ laws. Lire plus...
How Does an Air Pump in a Breathalyzer Contribute to Accuracy?
It’s important when taking a BAC reading that you get air from the deepest part of your lungs. Learn how our professional breathalyzers make this happen. Lire plus...
Will Cocktails Made With a Diet Mixer Result in a Higher BAC?
Northern Kentucky University tested students after drinking the same amounts of alcohol, with different sodas as mixers. The results were very interesting. Lire plus...
Why Do I Sometimes Wake Up Early After a Night of Drinking?
If you’ve ever woken up in the middle of the night or early morning after a night of drinking and wondered why, here’s the answer. Lire plus...
Can I Really Prevent a Hangover with a Breathalyzer?
When it comes to hangovers, prevention really is the best cure. But with a breathalyzer, you can effectively avoid the worst effects of a hangover. Lire plus...
Is Drunk Walking as Dangerous as Drunk Driving?
Drunk walking is exactly what it sounds like, and while it may seem to be somewhat innocuous, there is sizable data to the contrary. Lire plus...
Can a Breathalyzer Really Remain Accurate for Thousands of Tests?
BACtrack technicians recently re-calibrated a BACtrack S80 breathalyzer with 2,655 tests in a single year. Read how it went. Lire plus...