What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that stop your car from being started without the correct fob or key. It can also help lower your insurance premium for your car as well.

The ghost system makes use of the buttons in your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels to generate a unique pin code sequence that you can alter by thinking of it as the PIN for credit cards but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is invisible and silently works through the CAN network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser or PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that prevents it from starting in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof and therefore a great option for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it protects your vehicle like nothing else available today. It guards your vehicle against key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as theft of actual keys from your home. By blocking the engine it protects your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.

It is not detectable by sophisticated scanners and can't be destroyed with a simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves employing these methods, as it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected using diagnostic tools.

The device makes use of the original buttons on your car (steering wheels door panels, doors or centre consoles) to generate an unique and customizable PIN sequence that only you know. This is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start the car unless they are your. This is the reason it works so well to stop criminals from escaping, since they can't escape without noticing them and alerting to their presence.

If you decide to change vehicles in the course of your ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it's equipped with a CAN bus that's compatible. It's a simple process that won't void your warranty, as it uses the CAN data network. It's not necessary to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The most appealing thing about the Ghost is that it's so much cheaper and easier to install than a wheel lock, a tracking system or tracker.

There are no keyfobs, LEDs, or other indicators to help you find it.

It's not a surprise that many of us spend lots of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is crucial to keep our cars safe.

Unfortunately the criminals have become more bold and can hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems allowing them to take your car even when the keys are in the ignition, or even inside the house. The criminals then utilize a relay device in order to clone your car's unique signal and then start it without you even knowing. Although these vehicles are usually equipped with a tracker, this can be disabled with a few tricks.

Autowatch have developed a ground-breaking solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost, the 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) verified and is insurance approved - meaning it can save you money on your car insurance.

This revolutionary device was designed to be undetectable to thieves and uses the buttons on your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits in length that must be entered in order to start the engine. It is a system that is not able to be detected by codes grabbing or RF scanning technology. It is only removed by a smartphone application installed via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.

It's also quiet, so a thief wouldn't know that 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 allows your vehicle to be temporarily started to clean or service purposes, a PIN change function in the event that you forget your PIN and a service and maintenance mode to allow you to drive your car when you need to. The device can be concealed in a number of different locations inside your vehicle. the installation is performed by our certified Ghost installers, ensuring that no permanent marks are left on your interior, ensuring it is safe to be resold.

No RFID scanning or code-grabbing technology

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is how thieves target cars to take keys and gain access to the computer in your car to generate blank keys for your car. Instead, it utilizes the buttons you already have in your steering wheel as well as dashboard to communicate with your car. This is the reason it is extremely discreet and invisible since you don't even notice that the device is there at all. This also means that no extra wiring is required, as the ghost immobiliser liverpool works with your vehicle's CAN data networks which means that there are no cuts in the circuit during installation or operation and is silent.

This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation. You'll never be in an empty vehicle. This means that even if your vehicle is stolen through key cloning, relay theft, or ECU swapping thieves won't be capable of starting your vehicle, which makes them more likely to just leave it in fear of being arrested.

A hidden 'password' of buttons is created by using the buttons you have on your dash board and steering wheel that only you know (as with a PIN code on a credit card). When the button is pressed the system will allow the engine to begin in service valet mode. This mode will require an additional PIN code or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it from your phone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This lets you leave your car to be cleaned or to leave it without fearing that it might be stolen, or the wrong keys are inside it.

The Ghost is a subtle and cost-effective option to safeguard your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA-approved, and could lower insurance costs. You can drive with confidence knowing you are securing your most precious possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes to allow you to feel secure wherever you go. To request 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 is so effective. The device doesn't need after-market key fobs, but instead uses the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel in order to create an individual PIN sequence that is entered before the motor can start. This sequence can be as short or long as you want and may even contain numbers or letters that make it as secure as credit card. You can change it at anytime.

It's important to point out that, unlike a wheel lock or other after-market tracker devices, ghost is not Thatcham approved. However, because of how the device operates, it's TASSA approved and recognised by many insurance companies as a security measure that helps lower your insurance premiums.

It is a great option for those who wish to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad, or for valet parking and service companies. The device has a Valet mode that is activated. This allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle, with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. It is then deactivated and then active when you return to your vehicle.

This feature is especially useful for those who use their vehicles, such as taxi drivers or valet services. This feature can be used by family members as well as colleagues, friends or family members to start your car even if it's in the garage or is being cleaned. Once you're back in possession and the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.

Unlike many other after - market security products, the Ghost is completely sealed and extremely small, which means it can be hidden anywhere in your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no evidence of the device, and it will not cause any damage to your vehicle in any way.