The only laser device that validates "following too close" violations!
Distance Between Cars / Vehicles (DBC) is a software code found inside the UltraLyte 100 LR that calculates the time and distance between two moving vehicles traveling within the same lane. This is used to aid officers with tailgating violations also known as a type of aggressive driving.
If a driver is following too close to a vehicle in front of them, it limits the reaction time and can cause an accident if there were a sudden stop. Traffic officers still need to first visually determine if a vehicle is following too close before they use DBC to validate it, just like in speed enforcement procedures.
In DBC mode, the officer aims the UltraLyte laser speed device at the lead vehicle and takes the first measurement. The speed of the first vehicle is displayed on the LCD and in the scope. A number "2" is then displayed, signifying that the laser is ready to measure the 2nd (trailing) vehicle. Upon completion of the second measurement, the laser will display the speed of the second vehicle, and the time between vehicles in seconds. An edit button can then be pressed to toggle to the distance between vehicles.
Validating Tailgating
using LTI's DBC
Several pilot programs have been launched in the USA and many agencies have started issuing tickets using DBC. Internationally, DBC has been used for years and is an effective tool for issuing following too close violations. If your agency is interested in starting a pilot program or needs more information, please contact your local LTI sales manager.
How DBC Measures Up:
- Objectively determines the precise traveling time and distance between two moving vehicles.
- Helps save lives by promoting the enforcement of the "2-second Rule".
- Provides officers with more confidence when issuing a "following too close" violation.