Radar Detector Myths

New Zealand’s most commonly misunderstood info regarding radar detectors

• Here in NZ, radar detectors are NOT illegal to own or use.
• (most) Radar detectors probably won’t give you enough warning on camera vans
• If you’re trying to get camera vans, expect a TON of false alerts.
• Radar detectors do not identify or detect police cars, ONLY radar.
• …not every police car has a radar fitted.
• ALL radar detectors pick up threats front, rear, and side.  All are 360 degree, even if they don’t have arrows.
• Detectors facing the passenger seat (Uniden R7, R8, V1) still work just fine. You don’t need to see the dislay.
• Laser is very different to radar and it’s instant.
• Laser does not “bounce” off other cars or “wash past” other cars.  Laser is precise.
• You will not react quicker than laser – police can lock your speed in less than half a second.
• A radar detector will work on your dash, or in your cup holder.  Top of the window is better but not essential.