What does a Ferrari Enzo have in common with a Toyota Prius and Hyundai Elantra?  Their top-speeds all EXCEED public speed limits.  It doesn’t matter what kind of car you drive, it’s most likely capable of surpassing 65 MPH.

Let’s face it, a speeding ticket is a big pill to swallow, so the best thing to do is avoid getting one.  If your foot can get a bit heavy at times, consider my labor a favor.  I sifted through a million websites, tossed out the BS, and found a radar detector that consistently ranked #1 in just about every legitimate test it was put through.

Just interested in knowing  the “HIGHEST RANKED” #1 SUPERSTAR of all RADAR DETECTORS and its close competitors?  Skip towards the bottom.

But if you’d prefer, ride along and read below and familiarize yourself with the roller-coaster of emotions you’ll experience without one.

1. Panic – Through your rear view mirror you see red and blue rotating beacons catching up to your rear bumper.  You knew you were speeding, but how fast were you clocked?   The officer may not buy it, but you need an excuse.  Brain freeze.

2. Delay – Late to work?  Heading to the airport?  In need of a restroom?  Have an empty water bottle handy or a second excuse prepared for your boss.  You’ll be spending at least 20 minutes exchanging stories and insurance cards on the side of the road.

3. Shock – Prepare your neurological system for the total amount due for the ticket…  and total points added to your driving record…  and total amount added to your insurance premium.

4. Acceptance – After a couple weeks pass, acceptance sets in as you come to the realization that “you’re going to fight it!”

Repeat steps 1-4 – Panic sets back in when you’re case is called in front of the judge… come up with another excuse for your absenteeism at work due to the delay at court…  experience shock as you discover that the officer actually “did” show up…  and then accept the fact that you used up your last “sick day” to spend in court.

If it sounds like I have some experience with this, it’s because I DO.  Unfortunately it took me “too many” days in court to realize what I needed to do…  BUY A RADAR DETECTOR STUPID!

I’ve owned radar detectors in the past.  They were okay, but overall, nothing special.  At best, flashing red lights and high-pitched beeps allowed me to identify every home fitted with a microwave oven and cell tower disguised as a palm tree.  There’s good news though.  Technology has changed since I owned my last radar detector , and several “dates with the judge” finally led me to enter these specific Google key words, “Best Radar Detectors.”

I won’t beat around the bush.  Each credible site I clicked on listed hundreds of comparisons.  I sifted through the BS, threw out the hidden advertisements and manufacturer’s reviews, and cut straight to the chase.  Overall, I found four brands that consistently ranked as “Top Performers.” BUT, there was also an obvious favorite between the #1 Radar Detector and all the rest.

#1 – Escort Passport 9500ix

The Rest:  Beltronics, Cobra, and Whistler.

#2 ranked radar detector wasn’t as obvious.  Some ranked the Beltronics RX 65 as #2, which is considerably less than the Escort 9500. Yet the Escort Redline was ranked #2 by other reputable sites as well.  As far as the Cobra and Whistler go, there are many models to research, but they weren’t ranked #1, and after going through STEPS 1-4 several times, I opted for first place.  And so far, SO GOOD!

Keep in mind there are many variables to consider before shelling out your hard earned cash for an Escort.  Make sure you become familiar with the “types” of radar guns most commonly used by your city and state police officers.  Learn what each radar detector is capable of doing, and the complexities, or simplicity around using them.  There’s a lot of great choices available, so do your research, narrow your options, and make sure their specs fit your specific needs!

Good luck and Godspeed!