What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a security device that prevents your car from starting without the right key or fob. It can also help lower your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system utilizes the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel center console or door panels to create an individual pin code sequence that you can modify by thinking of it as being like the credit card PIN, but much more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and operates quietly on the CAN data network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser is also known as a PIN code blocker, is a device installed on the engine of your car that stops it from being started in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof, making it a great option for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

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

It's not detected by sophisticated scanners, and it cannot be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It's also undetectable by the professional thieves who employ these methods since it doesn't emit signals that can be picked up by diagnostic tools and doesn't emit a tell-tale chirp when activated like many other systems on the market.

The device utilizes the buttons that are on your car (steering wheels doors, door panels or centre consoles) to generate a unique and customizable PIN sequence that only you can access. This code is entered by using your smartphone or a secret button located on the Ghost device. It's impossible for anyone else to enter this code except for you. This is why it's a good deterrent to criminals, since they can make a getaway without you notifying them of their presence in your vehicle.

You can also transfer the Ghost between vehicles if you switch cars in your ownership as long as the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a simple procedure that doesn't affect your warranty since it is connected to the CAN data network and does not require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is much less expensive and simpler to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

There are no key-fobs, LEDs or other indicators to reveal its location

Many of us consider our vehicle to be a pride and happiness in our lives, with this being the case it is natural that some will spend a considerable amount of money on keeping their car clean. But, it is essential to keep our car secure too.

Criminals are getting more daring and are able to attack keyless entry systems to steal your car even while the keys are in the ignition. They could even do this from the inside of your home. They could then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal of your car and then start it without your knowledge. These vehicles are typically equipped with trackers, but they can be deactivated by using simple tricks.

Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this, called Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that will protect your vehicle like no other. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) verified and is insurance-approved, meaning it can save you money on car insurance.

This innovative device is designed in a way to be inaccessible to thieves and uses the existing buttons in your dashboard and steering wheel to create a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits long which must be entered to start the engine. It is a system that cannot be detected using the use of RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It can only be removed by a smartphone application installed, your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.

It's also quiet so thieves would not be able to tell that it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet mode that allows your car to be started up temporarily 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 so that you can still drive your car when you need it. The device can be installed in different locations in your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it to ensure that there aren't any permanent marks left 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 how much is a ghost immobiliser thieves target vehicles to take keys and gain access to the computer in your car to generate blank keys for your car. Instead, it uses the buttons already found on your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. It's therefore extremely discreet and hardly noticeable, since it isn't visible. This also means that no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost will work with your vehicle's CAN data network which means that there are no circuit cuts when it is installed or operating and is quiet.

It blocks anyone from getting your car started without a unique pin or smartphone authorization, so you will never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle through key cloning or relay theft or ECU swapping won't be able to start it, and are more likely to leave your car completely.

The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a secret 'password. This code is only known by you (like PINs on a bank card). When the button is pressed, the system will let the engine start in service valet mode. This mode requires a new PIN, or you can unlock it with the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This lets you leave your car for valeting or to leave the car without worrying about whether it might be stolen, or that keys are not inside it.

The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective option to safeguard your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA approved and can lower your insurance costs so you can drive with confidence knowing that your car's pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is suitable for many different types of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans, so you can feel secure wherever you go. Call us today to book your free estimate and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is mounted directly inside the vehicle and is connected to CAN data network. This is why it is so effective. The device doesn't require keys from the market however, instead it uses the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel in order to create a unique PIN sequence that is entered before the motor can begin. The sequence can be as long or short as you like and can even include letters or numbers that make it as secure as credit cards. You can modify it at any time.

It's important to point out that, unlike a wheel lock or other after - market tracker devices, ghost is not thatcham-approved. Ghost is TASSA-approved, and a lot of insurance companies recognize it as a security instrument that can reduce your premiums.

Due to its discreet method of working, it cannot be detected by thieves. It's an excellent choice for those looking to keep their vehicles secure and safe while traveling abroad or with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without entering a pin code. The device can be turned off and then fully activated when returning to the car.

This feature is especially useful for those who use their vehicles regularly for example, valet service and taxi drivers. This feature can be used by family members, friends or colleagues to start your car even if it's in the garage or being cleaned. When you return to possession, the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.

In contrast to other after-market security products The Ghost is fully sealed and extremely small, which means it can be concealed inside your vehicle. The Ghost's size is small, which means that it is almost undetectable and won't cause any damage to your car in any way.