The Cost of Ghost Immobiliser

The Ghost is a subtle, cost-effective and effective solution for vehicle security. It prevents your car from starting unless a personalised pin code or sequence is entered alongside your key fob.

It safeguards against hacking and cloning and can be monitored using an iPhone application. It can also help lower your insurance costs.

What is the cost to install an immobiliser ghost?

Ghost immobilisers are an electronic device that is specifically designed to guard your vehicle from theft. It operates by sending a unique code to the engine control unit (ECU) that stops your car from starting, regardless of which key or fob is being used. It will usually also activate the car alarm to draw attention and deter thieves.

Autowatch created the ghost immobiliser to provide an innovative solution to protect car owners from theft. It is a unique aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that provides a cost-effective and discreet way to prevent your vehicle from being stolen by key copying.

It is connected to the vehicle's CAN data network and programmed with a personal PIN code which must be entered using buttons on the dashboard or steering wheel to disable the system. The system has an anti-hijacking feature that stops the engine from starting if don't enter the correct code before entering it.

The Ghost immobiliser doesn't require wire cutting or the addition of keys from aftermarket manufacturers. Instead, it is installed by connecting Ghost to the vehicle's factory controls. This means that installers are not required to cut any cables and can do it in a discreet manner and without causing damage to your vehicle.

The ghost immobiliser can not only prevent your vehicle from being stolen but it will also help reduce your insurance costs. This is because the device is TASSA verified as an insurance-approved immobiliser that proves you are a responsible car owner. This should mean that most insurers will offer you a reduced premium or, in some cases, take your application for insurance in the first place.

The most appealing aspect of the ghost immobiliser is that it can be put in within a matter minutes, so you'll have peace of mind that your car is secure from theft throughout the day. Furthermore, the process of installation leaves no permanent marks to the interior of your car so you can enjoy the full experience of owning a classic car.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

Ghost immobilisers are system that provides an additional layer of security to your vehicle on top of the factory-installed standard immobiliser. It blocks the cloning and stealing of keys, signal jamming, and device spoofing that thieves employ to steal vehicles. This is done by adding an option that will only allow the engine to start when a unique code or PIN code is entered. This ensures that even if thieves do manage to steal your vehicle with the help of the most recent keyless cloning, relay or hacking techniques, they will be in no position to take it away.

The Autowatch Ghost CAN bus immobiliser, an innovative aftermarket product, protects your vehicle from thieves with high-tech technology better than any other product currently available. It protects your car from key cloning, hacking as well as key theft. It stops them driving away your joy and pride. This is accomplished by pressing buttons on the steering wheel, door panels, or on the centre console. It generates a unique and changing pin code sequence that must be entered in order to drive your car. This can be as long as 20 presses. This makes it harder for thieves to evade the device by using RF scanner technology or code grabbers.

It is hidden within the wiring of your vehicle, it works silently and without any LED indicators, which means only you and our authorised installers will know where it is placed. It also connects directly to the CAN data bus, which makes it impossible to hack or bypass. It is disabled only by connecting to a diagnostic port, which is not present on most modern vehicles.

It is easy to switch to service mode when you need to park your car in a garage, or if you want valet parking. Press the button again. If you're concerned that your vehicle could be stolen, or you require it to be taken to be repaired, you won't have to keep track of a unique PIN. The PIN code is simple to reset and change at any time by you to ensure your security.

How do I determine whether a ghost immobiliser is appropriate for my vehicle?

As a car owner, you want to ensure that your most prized possession and your vehicle is as secure as it is. Many car owners use ghost immobilisers to stop their vehicles from being taken. They accomplish this by preventing the car from being started without a key or code. These devices are great for all cars, but are particularly useful for high-end cars like Mercedes and Porsches which are frequently targeted by thieves due to their perceived value.

A ghost immobiliser can be installed in a discrete manner inside your vehicle without causing any damage. It connects to the data bus CAN and generating an unique code sequence that needs to be completed before it can begin. This is done using buttons on your vehicle, such as those on the steering wheel or on the centre console, and it can be changed to a different sequence each time you use it. This is more secure than traditional security systems since it cannot be defeated by codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology, which means only those who know the pin code can start the engine.

Utilizing the buttons on your vehicle the ghost immobiliser is also extremely user-friendly, since you can easily enter a PIN code sequence that is easy to remember, but extremely difficult for others to guess. This means that you can offer your car to valet parking or servicing without worrying about anyone hacking the system.

Another benefit of a ghost immobiliser is that it will protect the resale value of your car since potential buyers are less likely to buy an automobile that has a history of theft. This is particularly true for high-end cars, as the loss of a vehicle could affect the resale price significantly.

Another benefit of a ghost immobiliser, especially for cars with luxury features, is that it can be fitted and removed with no risk of detection or damage to the vehicle. This makes it perfect for those who frequently drive their cars to the car wash or be parked in public, as you can remove and re-use your Ghost 2 immobiliser immobiliser at any moment.

How can I install a Ghost immobiliser to my vehicle?

Ghost immobilisers are a discrete and effective method of preventing vehicle theft since they don't rely on physical anti-theft equipment such as steering wheel locks. They can be fitted inside vehicles to safeguard them from hacking, key cloning and other modern methods of theft. They can only be removed by the owner using the mobile application.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a TASSA verified device that is designed to guard vehicles against the latest methods of theft. The system prevents thieves from switching keys by connecting to the vehicle's international security register and generating an individual pin code for each driver. This code can only be generated by the registered owner of the vehicle. It cannot be generated by any other device. This code also helps the police locate the vehicle on databases to facilitate an efficient and speedy investigation. This could save owners of vehicles time and money because they don't have to wait for a replacement vehicle.

In contrast to traditional key fobs that utilize a code for entry, the Ghost immobiliser communicates with the vehicle's ECU by using the latest CAN network. Once the PIN has been entered by the system, it will turn off the engine. This means that thieves can't start your car, even if they possess keys or have access to the ignition.

In addition to stopping the vehicle from starting and preventing it from starting, it also disables any reprogramming devices which could be used to clone or hack your vehicle's keys. This will make it more difficult for thieves or scrap metal dealers to steal your vehicle.

Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser in the world and is approved by TASSA to stop hacking cloning and other advanced methods of theft. It's easy to install in any vehicle and must be activated using an Android smartphone running the Ghost application.

To have a ghost immobiliser installed, you must find a company certified by TASSA to install the system. The certification requires companies to meet certain minimum standards and to undergo a criminal records investigation. Trackershop is one of the most trusted TASSA certified dealers in the UK and can provide you with a mobile installation service at any location, including your home, office or dealer.