Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost is the next-generation in car security. It is invisible to thieves and makes it impossible for them to start the car without a specific pin code.

The system is built on your vehicle's CAN Data network, and is completely silent therefore it is not detected by standard thieves' diagnostic tools or radio signals. The system does not require any electrical circuits to be cut.

What is a Ghost Immobiliser?

A Ghost Immobiliser helps protect your vehicle from theft by making it impossible to start the vehicle until a unique pin code is entered. It is a solution for many different vehicles and, unlike an immobiliser for vehicles it doesn't require an ID card or key to operate. It is also extremely difficult to hack or bypass, and works in silence. This means that a burglar must be quick to escape without being detected.

It guards against signal jamming, spoofing, and key cloning - all techniques that thieves have employed to unlock cars equipped with standard immobilisers. The device deters thieves from stealing keys by fishing in your mailbox, or entering your home and taking the remote control. The device is able to stop thieves from driving off your joy and pride even if they manage to get the key. It stops them from starting it until they enter the code.

Unlike passive immobilisers that require the fob or key to be pressed, a ghost immobiliser london immobiliser is designed to be completely enclosed within the engine and connects directly to the vehicle's CAN data circuit. The system generates a pin code when you press buttons on the steering wheel, console or door panels of your vehicle. You must enter this code before the engine is able to start. The system can be put into an operating mode that allows your car to drive and start for short periods of time without the need for the use of a PIN. However the service mode will be shut down based on time and speed.

Because of the technology employed, it is unable to be bypassed or hacked, even using advanced technology like codes grabbing or RF scanning devices. It is impossible to disable with a standard vehicle immobiliser as it doesn't transmit a signal as a standard immobiliser does and only works by connecting directly to the data circuit in CAN.

TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security System Association) has approved Ghost's immobiliser as an insurance approved product due to its high-end technology and its ease of installation. We are a TASSA approved Ghost Installer who can install this device into your car for insurance purposes.

What is a Ghost Immobiliser work?

In simple terms, an immobiliser works by preventing your vehicle from starting when the wrong fob or key is used. This is accomplished by sending a code to your vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) If this code is sent by the wrong fob or key, the ECU will not recognise it, and consequently your car will not start. This is why it's vital to ensure that your car is equipped with an immobiliser installed by a recognised and reputable specialist.

At MotorGuard MotorGuard is the Midlands leading security experts and installers for vehicles. We offer an autowatch ghost 2 immobiliser Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a large variety of modern vehicles, so you can rest at ease knowing that your prized possession is protected against potential thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser systems and protects your vehicle against key-cloning, hacking and theft. It's designed to remain undetected by car thieves as it doesn't have LED indicators or key fobs. It can be concealed within the wiring of your vehicle to ensure that no extra hardware is needed.

Once installed, it is linked to the CAN system of your vehicle and allows you to create an unique disarming sequence using your PIN code. This code needs to be entered prior to driving the vehicle. This pin code can be up to 20 presses long to provide security. If you forget your pin number, or if a button has become damaged, the device comes with an emergency pin code that can be used to reset the button and allow your vehicle to start again.

It's because the Ghost immobiliser isn't able to be bypassed or hacked, that it is an effective deterrent for thieves. In addition, it is also TASSA insurance-approved (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which could lower your car insurance costs.

Ghost immobilisers continue to improve as technology improves. We suggest that you speak with an Autowatch Ghost fitter as fast as you can in order to safeguard your pride and joy. If you're purchasing a new car or want to upgrade your vehicle, you can rely on us to provide you with a top-quality service so that you can take pleasure in your pride and joy for years to come.

Is a Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser the world to provide total protection from modern-day vehicle theft. It guards against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping & much more. The TASSA-certified Ghost-II system also allows the ability to mark your vehicle, connect to the International Security Register and enabling your insurer to verify that you have a Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents thieves from starting your engine by requiring a unique pin code sequence to be entered or the presence of your smartphone using our Autowatch app downloaded before it can function. It works just as a pin code on a bankcard and makes it impossible for thieves to drive off with your joy and pride without entering the correct PIN or phone. Our Ghost Immobiliser System is integrated into the CAN Data Network so there is no wire cutting to be cut and the system is completely silent. It is inaccessible to thieves and can't be detected by sophisticated scanners or code grabbing technologies that other systems use.

The Autowatch app is used to connect the Ghost to your smartphone. This lets you enter a temporary 'Service or Valet' mode that deactivates the ghost for up to 30 minutes as you give your vehicle for service or transport. Then, it is connected to your smartphone through the Autowatch app, which allows you to switch into the temporary "Service or Valet" mode that deactivates ghost for up to 30 minutes while you give your car for transportation or service.

It's no surprise that the number stolen vehicles has risen significantly. This is because of the extensive customization and personalisation that is employed in modern vehicles as well as the fact that many of us drive older vehicles. It can take months to replace these expensive and rare cars when they are stolen. Therefore, it is important to ensure that your pride and joy from becoming the next target. Ghost immobilisers are an affordable investment that can keep your vehicle safe and can even be used to get the vehicle back if it is stolen.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser operate by cutting principle?

Ghost immobilisers stop your car from beginning until a PIN has been entered along with your key fob. This stops thieves from cloning keys to cars or hacking into the computer system of your vehicle. It also helps to make them feel more secure leaving the vehicle on its own.

Once it is fitted the ghost immobiliser, it will generate an individual pin code of up to 20 digits using the buttons of your vehicle (steering wheel, centre console or door panels) which you must enter to start your vehicle. The code sequence needs to be entered each time you drive your car, just as a PIN or password on credit cards. This code can easily be reset by entering a sequence of numbers into the Ghost app.

The Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser Fitting Birmingham II CAN has two deactivation options for valet and services which allow you to temporarily start your car without an access code, such as keys fobs - while it is in the garage or parked at valet parking services. The immobiliser will be activated when your vehicle is parked.

The Ghost is different from other security devices available on the market. It doesn't have any LED indicators, and it operates in a silent manner by utilizing the CAN data network in your vehicle. It's also not vulnerable to the same type of circuit cuts that other security systems are because it doesn't use radio signals.

It is also able to be hidden and discretely installed, making it difficult for thieves to discover. It's also unable to be identified by sophisticated scanning tools or code-grabbing technology which are often used to locate and disable security devices.

The Ghost is an advanced high-end, high-end CAN bus immobiliser. It provides excellent protection against key replication and relay theft as also car hacking. It's simple to install, undetectable by thieves and can't be removed by simple wire cutting. This makes it a must-have for any driver who wants to protect their vehicle.