In-car RADAR remains a foundational tool for traffic enforcement officers. Whether monitoring speeding vehicles, patrolling highways, or assisting in multi-agency operations, having reliable RADAR ensures accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
While RADAR (Radio Detection and Ranging) technology has been around for a while, RADAR policing tools continue to improve and evolve. In 2025, in-car RADAR is not only about detection, it’s also about equipping patrol vehicles with the latest innovations that streamline operation and reduce error.
Enhancing Precision and Performance with Next-Generation Technology
Today’s advanced systems are smarter, faster, and more intuitive than ever, helping officers make better decisions in real time. If your agency is considering a step up, here are the top 5 in-car RADAR features law enforcement agencies should prioritize when upgrading their equipment this year:
Electronic Tuning Fork Test
Advanced RADAR systems now include an internal electronic tuning fork that simulates the traditional tuning process, digitally and automatically. An electronic tuning fork produces an electronic signal just like ringing a turning fork. One benefit of the electronic fork signal is that it can be in the remote control, eliminating the need to carry tuning forks. The electronic fork signal is also more stable than rining a tuning fork
Why it’s important:
It ensures RADAR accuracy is verified quickly and reliably without the need for physical tuning forks, saving time and reducing the risk of human error during traffic enforcement operations.
2. Scan Mode
Scan Mode allows the RADAR to intelligently sweep multiple zones with both front and rear antennas and isolate the fastest target in the beam. This is particularly helpful in high-traffic environments, where determining which vehicle is speeding can be difficult. With Scan Mode, officers gain an added layer of confidence that the speed reading belongs to the right vehicle.
Why it’s important:
This feature helps officers isolate the fastest-moving vehicle in a cluster of traffic, improving the accuracy of citations and supporting defensible evidence in court.
3. Full LCD Touch Screen Display
A modern display isn’t just about looks, it’s about usability. Large, color LCD touch screens provide better visibility under all lighting conditions and allow officers to interact with the unit more quickly. Touch-based control also makes it easier to navigate menus and change settings while minimizing distraction.
Why it’s important:
Clear speed readings, indicators, and touch controls and intuitive touch controls make it easier and safer for officers to operate the unit while on duty, even in challenging lighting or high-pressure situations.
4. Wireless Speed Sensing
Wired connections between RADAR units and vehicle speed sensors can be prone to wear, corrosion, or failure over time. Wireless speed sensing eliminates those issues by independently verifying the patrol speed without cables, making installation cleaner and long-term maintenance far easier.
Why it’s important:
By removing the need for hardwired speed sensors, this feature simplifies installation, reduces vehicle maintenance, and improves system reliability over time. Wireless VSS also enables features like automatic mode switching, and eliminates radar anomalies like batching, shadowing, and combined speeds.
5. Fan Noise and Interference Learning
Today’s RADAR units are smarter, capable of identifying and filtering out internal and external noise interference, including that caused by vehicle fans.
Why it’s important:
It minimizes false readings caused by mechanical or environmental interference, allowing officers to trust that every speed reading is legitimate and enforceable.
The Revolutionary In-Car RADAR That Has It All: Eagle 3
For departments looking to upgrade in 2025, the Eagle 3 Dash-Mounted In-Car RADAR offers all of these innovative features in one dependable platform. Built with law enforcement in mind, Eagle 3 is designed to enhance accuracy, reduce setup time, and adapt to the ever-evolving needs of traffic enforcement.
Kustom Signals has been a trusted partner for law enforcement agencies for over 60 years, delivering innovative, field-proven tools that support officer safety and mission success. If you’re ready to equip your patrol vehicles with the latest in RADAR technology, contact Kustom Signals today to learn more about the Eagle 3 and our full line of policing solutions.