Cyberattack On Vehicle Breathalyzer Company Leaves Drivers Stranded Across The US

Cyberattack On Vehicle Breathalyzer Company Leaves Drivers Stranded Across The US

Cyberattack on Breathalyzer Company Strands Thousands of US Drivers Thousands of drivers across the United States cannot start their own vehicles right now — not because of a mechanical failure, but because of a cyberattack. Intoxalock, one of the country's largest vehicle breathalyzer providers, was hit by a cyberattack on March 14, 2026, and its systems have been down ever since. Drivers who depend on the company's ignition interlock devices to start their cars are now effectively locked out, with no clear timeline for relief. What Is Intoxalock and Why Do Drivers Depend on It Intoxalock sells and services ignition interlock devices — breathalyzer units built directly into a vehicle's ignition system. These devices require a driver to provide a breath sample before the engine will start. If alcohol is detected above a preset limit, the car simply will not start. These devices are not optional accessories. Courts across the United States order drivers to install them as a con…