Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp and Volvo Truck First With Factory-Installed Alcolock

TORONTO, January 8 -- Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corp (ACS) will be the first ignition interlock manufacturer to provide its products directly to the assembly line of a major vehicle manufacturer. Unlike other aftermarket ignition interlock systems, the Volvo Alcolock(TM) will be installed into Volvo trucks at the point of assembly.

Based on ACS' proven Alcolock V3 platform, the Volvo Alcolock has been customized to fit seamlessly into the dash of the truck. Also, because the component is original equipment, it comes with a full factory warranty direct from Volvo. This is the first ignition interlock of its kind to do so and is a testament to the quality and engineering that goes into the product.

To ensure quality standards are maintained, ACS has initiated the process to acquire both the internationally recognized TS16949 automotive standard as well as the ISO14001 environmental standard. These certifications are scheduled to be completed in 2007 and will be an integral complement to the existing ISO9001 certification received in 2006.

Most factory-installed units are intended for Sweden; however, the Volvo Alcolock will eventually be available in Denmark, Norway and Finland. Historically, truck owners have purchased the Alcolock V3 through Volvo Truck's aftermarket department.

Bill Burger, ACS Technical Director, is excited that his past two years working closely with Volvo has paid off. "We knew the technology was an accepted and viable option to reduce alcohol-related traffic fatalities. It was just a matter of time before a major automotive manufacturer decided to make it a factory-installed option. Given Volvo's reputation for safety-related leadership, I am very pleased they chose ACS as their ignition interlock manufacturer".

The Alcolock is expected to begin serial production in November, 2007 and will be available through Volvo Truck dealerships in Sweden.

About ACS:

ACS is a Canadian manufacturer of alcohol sensing and breath testing instruments as well as a global leader in ignition interlock systems. Clients include police, government, automotive, medical and industrial organizations, and the public market.