1A. Which of these statements characterizes the Spike Devil Auto-Spike Tire Deflation system?

a. The accordion slides into and pulls out of traffic in a more effective, efficient, and thus safer fashion.

b. The frame locks open in its fully extended fashion to better target the desired vehicle.

c. The accordion frame, when pulled from traffic, disables the extended lock and collapses into a compact form to better clear the roadway.

d. The Accordion frame eliminates the need to make secondary adjustments on the roadway, which prevents exposing the officer.

e. Accordion frame is less desirable than the multi-sided design, which solves all the issues of Accordion systems.

1B. What is the function of the accordion frame?

a. The accordion frame is designed to allow for compact storage to a quick, organized deployment and retrieval of the spikes.

b. The frame locks to keep the system opened in its fully extended configuration on the roadway.

c. The frame supports the spike whether on dirt or soft surfaces.. You often have to pull the accordion frame open, and maybe untangle it, which would require the officer to go into traffic and risk exposure.

1C. What are the advantages of Spike Devil’s Auto-Spike Tire Deflation system compared to other tire deflation devices?

a. Auto-Spike works on all surfaces including off road applications.

b. Auto-Spike can be reloaded with spikes and used multiple times.

c. Auto-Spike slides in a covert fashion , making it difficult to see by the driver of the target vehicle.

d. Auto-Spike is tough and designed not to come a part on the roadway, and can be pulled from traffic in one piece.

e. Spikes are all the same

1D. What is the main material of the Auto-Spike frame and how does it stand out in terms of durability and reusability?

a. A Super tough Nylon (looks like a flexible plastic)

b. Styrofoam

c. Metal.

1E. What is unique about the Auto-Spike design that makes it the world’s smallest Spike system?

a. The frame folds up and rolls into a small diameter.

b. The Strips are small and long.

c. The Auto-Spike is small but covers a wide portion of the roadway when extended.

d. The Auto-spike is small but does not cover much roadway.

1F) Don Kilgrow (retired Utah Highway Patrol) has been credited as being the o-inventor of the modern day Spike System

a. True, according to Wikipedia, credited by Dupont.
b. False, according to Wikipedia, credited by Dupont.

1G) How many pursuits had Kilgrow’s spike system stopped by 1997?

a. Kilgore’s system had stopped 15K pursuits.

b. It was rarely used.

1H. Trooper Ken Grieves (Retired Indiana State Police) patented a new Tire Deflation Device, which was multisided. What was its main feature? 

a. It is easy to deploy.

b. It is deployed without a cord, and can be tossed from the window.

C. It was too big and slow to deploy.

1I. Did Spike Strips have a perfect track record?

a. No. With the new design came new tactics, and the devices were deployed without a cord. As a result, the safety of tire deflation devices were questioned quickly and changes were necessary after serious incidents.

b. Spikes have a perfect Safety record.

1J. Does Spike Devil provide assistance in Training?

a. Yes, we provide a web sites for training and include links for all manuals and videos.

b. We provide trainer units to conduct track training class.

c. No, your are on your own, with recommendations to contact State resources for questions or concerns.

1K. The selection of Spikes can be confusing. Does Spike Devil provide support to help understand spikes for a better, more educated choice for a safe and effective Spike experience?

a.. Yes, we explain the tactics and features of the product for superior use.

b. We provide a section called Research and planning to help you learn about Spikes.

c. No, you are on your own.

1L. Does Spike Devil provide a training program for customers?

a. Training for our Spike Devil products can be found on this site with the tab labeled “Training Overview.” This feature includes a classroom portion with two hands-on options for training. Training includes two manuals and our YouTube channel.

b. No you should develop your own program.

c. We provide a great program, but we recommend that your department add a policy based on State laws as well as other factors that might apply to your use of Spikes.