Cyberattack Leaves THOUSANDS of Drivers Stranded

A major cyberattack left drivers stranded and unable to start their own vehicles — but now, the company at the center of the chaos says it’s back online.

Breathalyzer device provider Intoxalock confirmed its systems have been fully restored after a disruptive cyber incident that temporarily shut down access for users across the country. The outage sparked frustration and confusion for drivers required to pass a breath test before their cars would even turn on.

These ignition interlock devices are designed to prevent impaired driving — requiring users to blow into a breathalyzer before starting their vehicle. If a driver’s blood alcohol level hits 0.02 or higher, the car won’t start. But during the March 14 cyber breach, many users couldn’t start their cars at all — even when they were sober.

For some, the situation quickly escalated from inconvenience to crisis.

“I couldn’t get to work,” one Maine driver told local reporters, describing the moment his car refused to start during the outage. The issue wasn’t mechanical — it was digital.

The company says it has roughly 750 customers in Maine alone, though it’s still unclear how many were directly impacted by the system failure.

By Sunday evening, Intoxalock announced its systems were back up and running, signaling the end of a stressful stretch for affected drivers.

In a statement, a company spokesperson said:
“Our primary focus continues to be supporting our customers. We are sorry for the inconvenience this has caused and are working diligently to resume our systems. We are fully committed to supporting our customers throughout this process.”

The incident highlights growing concerns about how cyberattacks can disrupt not just businesses — but everyday life. In this case, a digital breach didn’t just compromise data — it literally stopped people in their tracks.

Drivers are now being urged to check for updates and system status through Intoxalock’s official channels as services stabilize.

But one big question remains: if a simple cyberattack can shut down your car… what comes next?