What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a security feature that stops your car from starting if you do not have the correct key or fob. It can help to lower the cost of car insurance and also.

The ghost system creates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your car's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like an PIN for credit card, but how much is a ghost immobiliser safer (up to 20 buttons). It is undetectable and works silently on the CAN data network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser is a device that is installed to your car's engine to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not only simple to install, but also tamperproof, which makes it a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser that safeguards your vehicle better than anything else on the market today. It protects your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of your keys 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 start.

Since it's part of the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no wiring that needs to be added which means it can't be detected by sophisticated scanners, or even disarmed by simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable to professional thieves using these methods because it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected using diagnostic tools.

It uses your original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels, or the centre console) to create a unique and programmable PIN code that is only known to you. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It's impossible for anyone else to use this sequence without your permission. This is why it works so well to deter criminals, since they cannot escape without you notifying them of their presence.

You can even move the Ghost between vehicles should you switch cars in the course of ownership as long as the new vehicle has a compatible CAN bus. It's a simple procedure that doesn't void your warranty since it uses the CAN data network. You don't have to change your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.

There are no keyfobs or LEDs or other indicators that can assist you in finding it.

It's not a surprise that we spend a an enormous amount of money to keep our cars clean. But, it is important that we take care to keep our cars safe.

Criminals are becoming more ruthless and are able to hack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle even though the keys are in the ignition. They could even do this from the inside of your home. These criminals can then utilize a relay device in order to replicate your car's signal and start the engine without you knowing. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker, this can be disabled with a few tricks.

Autowatch has come up with an innovative method to avoid this issue, which is known as Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that protects your vehicle like no other. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association), verified and approved by insurance companies, meaning you could save money on your auto insurance.

This unique device has been designed to be undetectable to thieves and uses the buttons that are already present on your dashboard and steering wheel to create a unique PIN sequence that can be up to 20 digits long which must be entered to start the engine. This is a device that is not able to be detected by the use of RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It is only removed by a smartphone application downloaded via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones.

It's also quiet, so a thief would not even know that it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet function that allows your vehicle to be temporarily started to clean or service purposes as well as a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN and a service and maintenance mode to let you drive your car if you require it. The device can be placed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there are no permanent marks on the interior of your vehicle.

No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is the method by which thieves target cars to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer in your car to create blank keys for your car. It uses the buttons on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel to connect with your vehicle. It's therefore extremely discreet and hardly noticeable, since it isn't visible. This also means that no extra wiring is required, as the Ghost will function with your vehicle's CAN data networks This means that there aren't any circuit breaks during installation or operation, and is completely silent.

This means that no one can start your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never be in an empty vehicle. This means that even if your car is stolen via key cloning, relay theft or ECU swapping, thieves will not be capable of starting your vehicle, which makes them more likely to just leave it for fear of getting found.

A secret 'password' for buttons is created by combining the existing buttons on your steering wheel and dashboard that only you can identify (as with a PIN code on a bank card). When the button is pressed, the system will allow the engine to begin in service valet mode. This mode requires a different PIN or you can unlock it with the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle, allowing you to leave it for valeting or to drive away without having to worry about it being stolen or having the wrong keys in it.

The Ghost is a subtle and cost-effective solution to help protect your car from contactless theft. It is TASSA approved and can lower your insurance costs so you can drive with confidence knowing that your pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans to allow you to be confident wherever you go. Call us today for your free estimate and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is placed directly in the vehicle, and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so effective. The device does not require any after-market key fobs but instead utilizes the buttons on your current car's steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN code that is entered before the engine is able to begin. This sequence can be created as long or as short as you like and can contain numbers or letters. It is just as secure as a standard credit card. You can modify it at anytime.

It's important that you know that ghost immobiliser car isn't Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices. The device is TASSA-approved and many insurance companies recognize it as a security device which can reduce your premiums.

Due to its discreet method of working it is not able to be spotted by thieves and is an excellent choice for those who want to keep their vehicles safe and secure while traveling abroad or working with valet parking and service companies. The device features a Valet mode that can be turned on which allows the driver to begin and drive the vehicle with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. The device can be deactivated again and is fully active when you return to your vehicle.

This feature is particularly useful for people who use their vehicles on a regular basis for example, valet and taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members as well as colleagues, friends or family members to start your car when it is in the garage or is being cleaned. The Ghost can then be reactivated by entering the PIN code when you're back with your vehicle.

The Ghost is a small and fully sealed device that can be hidden in any part of your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no evidence of the device, and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.