What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a device that stops your car from starting if you do not have the right key or fob. It also can help reduce your car insurance costs.

The ghost system makes use of the buttons in your vehicle's steering wheel center console or door panels to create a unique pin code sequence that you can alter and think of it as being like a 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 a device that is fitted to the engine of your car to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof and therefore an ideal choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it protects your vehicle as nothing else available today. It protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even the theft of the keys inside your home by blocking the engine of your car until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.

Since it is part of the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no wiring that needs to be connected, which means it can't be identified by sophisticated scanners or even deactivated by simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves using these methods, since it doesn't transmit signals that can easily be detected using diagnostic tools.

It makes use of the buttons you have in your car (steering wheel, door panels or centre console) to generate a unique and changeable PIN code that is only known to you. This code is entered by using your smartphone or a secret button located on the Ghost device. It's impossible for anyone else to use this sequence without your permission. This is why it is so effective to deter criminals, as they are unable to escape without noticing them and alerting to their presence.

You can also transfer the Ghost between vehicles should you decide to change cars in your lifetime of ownership, provided that the new vehicle has a compatible CAN bus. It's a really easy procedure that won't void your warranty as it is part of the CAN data network and does not require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is so much cheaper and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

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

We all consider our cars to be a source of pride and happiness in our lives, with this in mind, it is not surprising that some are willing to spend a lot of money to keep it clean. However, it's essential to take care 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 whilst the keys are in the ignition or even in the house. They can then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal from your car and start it without even knowing. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker it is possible to disable using simple tricks.

Autowatch have come up with an innovative solution to prevent this called Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser which protects your car unlike anything else available. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and insurance-approved, which means you could save money on your auto insurance.

This revolutionary device was designed to be undetectable to thieves and uses the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence that can be up to 20 digits that is required to enter in order to start the engine. It is a system which cannot be detected using RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It is only removed by a smartphone application installed via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.

It is also silent, so that thieves would not be aware that it's in your vehicle and because it is connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires that need to be cut or removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to bypass the system.

Other features include a valet mode which allows you to turn off your car temporarily for cleaning or service, a PIN-change function in case you forget your PIN, and the maintenance and service mode that ensures you can drive as you require to. The device can be installed on different places in your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there are no 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 the method by which thieves target cars to get key fobs stolen and gain access to the computer in your car to generate blank keys for your vehicle. It utilizes the buttons on your dashboard and the steering wheel to communicate with your vehicle. This is why it is so discreet and undetectable since you don't even notice that it is there at all. The Ghost operates on the CAN data network in your vehicle, therefore no additional wiring is required.

This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorisation. You'll never be in an empty vehicle. This means that even if your car is stolen through key cloning, relay theft or ECU swapping thieves won't be able to start your car, making them more likely to abandon it for fear of getting found.

The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a hidden 'password. This code is only known by you (like the PIN on a bank card). When pressed the system will let the engine start in service valet mode. This mode requires an additional PIN code or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it using your phone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your car. This lets you leave your car for valeting, or leave it without fearing that it could be stolen or the wrong keys are in it.

The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective way to 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 prized possession is safe. The ghost 2 immobiliser near me is suitable for a variety of different vehicles, including motorhomes and vans, so you can feel secure wherever you go. To request a free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us now.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is placed directly inside the vehicle and is connected to CAN data network. This is the reason it's so efficient. The device does not require any after - market key fobs, instead it makes use of the buttons on your existing car's dashboard and steering wheel to generate an unique PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine is able to begin. The sequence can be as long or short as you like and can even include numbers or letters that make it as secure as credit card. It can also be changed at any time.

It is crucial to mention that unlike a wheel lock or other after-market tracker devices, ghost isn't Thatcham approved. ghost 2 immobiliser installation is TASSA-approved, and a lot of insurance companies recognize it as a security device which can lower your insurance premiums.

It is a great choice for those looking to keep their cars safe and secure while travelling abroad, or for valet parking and service firms. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without having to enter an entry code. The device can be turned off and fully activated when returning to the car.

This feature is especially useful for those who utilize their vehicles, such as valet or taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members as well as colleagues, friends or family members to start your car when it's in the garage or being washed. When you return to possession the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.

The Ghost is a very small and completely sealed device that can be concealed in any area of 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.