What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a device that stops your car from starting if you do not have the correct key or fob. It also helps reduce your car insurance costs.

The ghost system generates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your car's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like the PIN on credit card but more secure (up to 20 button press). It is invisible and silently works on the CAN network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser is a device that is fitted to the engine of your car to prevent it from getting started without the correct PIN. It's not just easy to install but also tamperproof and therefore a good choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it protects your vehicle as nothing else available today. It protects your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of the actual keys from inside your home. It blocks the engine of your vehicle until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.

As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle there is no additional wiring to be added which means it isn't detected by sophisticated scanners or even disabled with a simple wire cutting. It is also inaccessible to professional thieves using these methods, as it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected with diagnostic tools.

The device makes use of the original buttons in your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels, or centre consoles) to generate a unique and customizable PIN sequence that only you know. The code is entered using your smartphone, or a secret button on the Ghost unit. It's impossible for anyone else to access this sequence without your permission. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals as there's no way they could escape without your being aware of the presence of your vehicle.

You can also transfer the Ghost between vehicles if you change cars during your lifetime of ownership, as long as the new vehicle has a compatible CAN bus. It's a simple process that does not void your warranty as it sits on the CAN data network and does not require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is much less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.

No key-fobs or LED indications to give away the location of the vehicle.

It's not surprising that we spend a lots of money to keep our cars clean. However, it is also important that we take care to keep our cars safe.

Criminals are getting more daring and are able to hack into keyless entry systems to steal your car even while the keys are in the ignition. They are even able to do this from inside the home. The criminals then employ a relay device to duplicate your car's unique signal and start the engine without you even knowing. Even though these vehicles are generally equipped with a tracker, this can be easily disabled using simple tricks.

Autowatch have developed a ground-breaking solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which protects your car unlike anything else on the market today. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified and insurance-approved, meaning it can help you save money on your car insurance.

This revolutionary device was developed to be inaccessible by thieves. It utilizes the buttons on your dashboard and the steering to create a unique 20-digit PIN code that needs to be entered to start the car. It is a system that cannot be detected using RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It can only be disarmed via a smartphone app downloaded by your key fob, or the presence of two smartphones.

It's also quiet, so a thief would not be able to tell it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet mode that lets you start your vehicle for a short period of time to clean or service, a PIN-change function in case you forget your PIN, and a maintenance and service mode so you can continue driving when you need to. The device can be placed on different places in your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it to ensure that there are no permanent marks on the interior of your vehicle.

No RF scanning technology, or code-grabbing technology.

The Ghost Immobiliser does not use the RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies, which is the main way that thieves target cars to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer in your car to create an empty key for your vehicle. Instead, it uses the buttons you already have on your steering wheel and dashboard to connect with your car. It is therefore very discreet and hardly noticeable, since it is not visible. The Ghost is connected to the CAN data network of your vehicle, so there is no need for additional wiring.

This prevents anyone starting your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle via relay theft, key cloning, or ECU swapping will not be able to start it and are more likely to leave your vehicle completely.

A secret 'password' for buttons is created using the buttons you have on your steering wheel and dash board that only you can identify (as with a PIN number on a credit card). When the button is pressed, the system will allow the engine to start in service valet mode. This mode requires a different PIN code, or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it using your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle, allowing you to leave it for valeting or driving away without fearing that it will be stolen or having the wrong keys in it.

The Ghost is a discreet and cost-effective option to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved, and could lower the cost of insurance. You can drive in confidence knowing you are protecting your pride and joy. The Ghost is suitable for a variety of different vehicles including vans and motorhomes, so you can feel secure wherever you go. To get a free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us today.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is placed directly inside the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is why it's so effective. The device does not require any after-market key fobs and instead makes use of the buttons on your current car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate an unique PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine can begin. This sequence can be created as long or short as you want and may include numbers or letters. It is as secure as a regular credit card. It can also be altered at anytime.

It is important to know that ghost isn't Thatcham-approved unlike wheel locks, or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to how the device works it is TASSA approved and recognised by many insurance companies as a safety measure which helps reduce your premiums.

It is a great option for those looking to keep their cars safe and secure when traveling abroad, or for valet parking and service firms. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with parameters like a 30mph speed limit without needing to enter an entry code. The device can be turned off and fully activated after returning to the vehicle.

This feature is particularly beneficial for those who utilize their vehicles, such as valet service or taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members or friends to start your car while it is in the garage or being cleaned. When you return to possession, the ghost immobiliser car can be reactivated by using the PIN code.

Contrary to many other after - market security products, the Ghost is sealed in its entirety and small, which means it can be hidden anywhere in your vehicle. The Ghost's size is small, which means it is almost undetectable and won't cause any damage to your car in any way.