Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost is the next generation in car security. It is undetectable by thieves and is impossible to start without either a unique pin code or app authorization.

The system is built on your vehicle's CAN Data network and is silent therefore it is not identified by common thieves' radio signals or diagnostic tools. It doesn't require any circuit cuts to be made before installing.

What is a Ghost Immobiliser?

A Ghost Immobiliser can help safeguard your vehicle against theft by making it impossible to start the vehicle until a unique pin code is entered. It is a solution for a wide range of vehicles. And, unlike an immobiliser for vehicles, it doesn't need an ID card or key to operate. It is also difficult to bypass or hack and works silently, meaning a thief would need to work fast to get away without being caught.

It is protected from signal jamming, spoofing and key cloning, all of which that thieves have employed to gain access to cars with standard immobilisers. It also stops thieves from stealing your keys by sifting through your mailbox or gaining access inside your home to steal the remote control. The device can stop thieves from taking your pride and joy even if they do manage to get the key. It stops them from starting it until they have entered the code.

Ghost immobilisers, unlike passive immobilisers, which require a key or fob to be in use to activate it and is designed to be fully sealed within the engine. It is directly connected to the CAN data circuit of the vehicle. It uses buttons on the steering wheel, centre console or door panels to create an unique pin code that you'll need to enter before the engine starts. The system can be put into an operating mode that allows your car to start and drive for short periods of time without needing a PIN code. However, the service mode will be shut down based on time and speed.

It is impossible to hack or bypass the system even using high-tech equipment like code grabbing or RF scanners devices. It is impossible to disable with a standard vehicle immobiliser as it doesn't send an RF signal like a standard one and only connects directly to the CAN data circuit.

TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security System Association) has now endorsed the Ghost immobiliser to be an insurance approved product due to its cutting-edge technology and its ease of installation. We are a proud TASSA approved Ghost installer and can install the device in your vehicle to be used for insurance purposes.

How does a Ghost Immobiliser work?

In simple terms, an immobiliser works by preventing your vehicle from starting when the wrong key or fob is used. This is accomplished by sending an error code from the wrong fob or key to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU will not recognize it and your car won't start. It is important to have your car stolen with Ghost immobiliser fitted with an immobiliser by an established and reputable specialist.

At MotorGuard MotorGuard is the Midlands' leading vehicle security experts and installers. We offer an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a wide variety of modern vehicles and you can be sure that your prized possession is secure from potential thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world. It shields your vehicle from key cloning and hacking, as well as theft. It is designed to be able to remain undetectable by car burglars as it does not use LED indicators or key fobs. It can also be hidden within your vehicle's wiring so that it doesn't require any additional hardware.

Once it is installed the system is connected to the CAN system of your vehicle and lets you create an exclusive disarm sequence that includes your own PIN code, which you must enter in order to drive the vehicle. The pin code can be up to 20 presses long to provide additional security. If you have forgotten your pin code or if the button has broken there is a secure emergency code that you can use. This will let your vehicle to restart.

It's because the Ghost immobiliser cannot be manipulated or hacked that it's an effective deterrent for thieves. It also TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which can reduce your car insurance cost.

Ghost immobilisers continue to improve as technology improves. We recommend that you contact an Autowatch Ghost fitter as quickly as you can in order to safeguard your pride and joy. If you're looking to purchase a brand new car or want to upgrade your vehicle, you can rely on us to provide you with a high-quality service, so that you can take pleasure in your joy and pride for many years to come.

Is the Ghost Immobiliser a good fit with my car?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser the world that provides complete protection from modern vehicle theft. It guards against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping & much more. The new TASSA-certified Ghost-II system also allows vehicle marking, linking to the International Security Register and enabling your insurer to verify that you have an Ghost system installed.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents thieves from beginning your engine by needing an individual pin code to be entered or the presence of your phone with our Autowatch app downloaded before it can work. It works just as a pin code on bank cards, making it impossible for thieves to steal your car with your pride and Joy without entering the correct pin or phone. Our Ghost Immobiliser System integrates into the CAN Data Network, so there is no need for wire cutting and it runs quietly. It is unnoticeable to thieves and cannot be detected by the sophisticated scan RF and code grabbing technology that other systems employ.

After the Ghost is fitted by our skilled fitters, it is completely concealed and inaccessible to the naked eye, it makes use of the buttons on your vehicle such as those on the steering wheel, door panels & centre console to create an individual pin code that has to be entered before the engine can begin to run, just like a password on your bank account. It is then connected to your smartphone through the Autowatch app, allowing you to enter a temporary "Service or Valet" mode which disables ghost for up to 30 minutes while you surrender your car for service or transportation.

With the apex of personalisation and modification used in today's cars coupled with the fact that a majority of us drive older vehicles it is not surprising that the number of stolen vehicles has grown dramatically. Many of these are expensive and scarce vehicles that can take months to replace after being stolen so ensuring your car is not at risk of becoming the next target is essential. A ghost immobiliser install immobiliser is a reasonable investment which can help keep your vehicle safe and can even be used to retrieve it in the event that it is stolen.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser work by cutting principle?

Ghost immobilisers prevent your vehicle from starting until a PIN is entered along with your key fob. This stops thieves from copying your keys to steal into your car's security system. It also could encourage thieves to leave your vehicle completely.

Once installed your ghost immobiliser generates a unique pincode of up to twenty digits using the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels, centre consoles, or door panels). This code has to be entered to start your vehicle. This code sequence is required every time you want to drive your vehicle, just like a PIN or password on a bank card. This code can be reset easily by entering a string of numbers into the Ghost app on your smartphone.

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN immobiliser also has two deactivation options for valet and service which allows you to temporarily start your car without access code - just like a key fob - whilst it is in the garage or with a valet parking provider. The immobiliser will reactivate itself when your vehicle is parked.

In contrast to other security systems available and in comparison to other security devices, the Ghost is completely undetectable to modern thieves since it doesn't have any LED indicators and works silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It's also not susceptible to the same circuit cuts that other security systems are as it does not make use of radio signals.

It can also be hidden and discretely installed, making it impossible for thieves to locate. It's also not able to be identified by sophisticated scanning tools or code-grabbing technology that are commonly used to locate and disable security devices.

The Ghost is a premium, state-of-the-art immobiliser for the CAN bus that offers first-rate security against key cloning, relay theft, and car hacking. It is simple to install and is undetectable by thieves. It is not able to be deactivated with simple wire cutting. This makes it an essential item for any driver who wants to protect their vehicle.