What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that stop your car from starting without the correct key or fob. It can reduce your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system creates a unique pin code using the buttons on your car's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can change it. Think of it as the PIN on credit card, but much safer (up to 20 button press). It is undetectable and operates quietly on the CAN data network.

Easy to install

Ghost immobilisers are device that is fitted to the engine of your car to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN. It's not only easy to install, but also tamperproof, which makes it an ideal choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, and it safeguards your vehicle like nothing else on the market today. It protects 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 isn't detectable by sophisticated scanners and cannot be destroyed with a simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable to professional thieves employing these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that could easily be detected using diagnostic tools.

It uses your original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels, or the centre console) to generate a unique and changeable PIN code that is only known by you. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button located on the ghost immobiliser fitting Birmingham unit. It's impossible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals, since they could make a getaway without you notifying them of their presence in your vehicle.

If you ever change vehicles in the course of your ownership, you can move the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it's equipped with a CAN bus that is compatible. It's an easy process that doesn't void your warranty because it uses the CAN data network. You don't have to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The most appealing thing about the Ghost is that it's so easy and less expensive to install than a wheel lock, a tracking system or tracker.

There are no keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators to assist you in finding it.

It is not surprising that we all spend an enormous amount of money to keep our vehicles clean. It is important to ensure the safety of our vehicles.

Criminals are getting more daring and are able to attack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle while the keys are still in the ignition. They are even able to do this inside your home. They could then use relay devices to clone the unique signal of your car and then start it without your knowledge. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker, this can be easily disabled by using a few simple techniques.

Autowatch has created an innovative method to avoid this, dubbed Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that safeguards your vehicle like nothing else. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) and is verified and insurance-approved, which means you can save money on your car insurance.

This unique device has been designed in a way that it is undetectable to thieves and uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering wheel to create a unique pin sequence that can be up to 20 digits long which must be entered in order to start the engine. The system is not able to be detected by RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies. It is only deactivated with a smartphone app or key fob or two smartphones.

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

Other features include a valet function that lets you start your car temporarily for cleaning or maintenance, a PIN-change function in the event that you forget your PIN and maintenance and service mode that ensures you can still drive when you require to. The device can be concealed in a variety of locations inside your vehicle. the installation is completed by our vetted Ghost installers, ensuring that no permanent marks are left on your interior, which means it is safe for reselling.

There is no RF scanning technology nor code-grabbing technology.

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is how thieves target vehicles to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer of your car stolen with ghost immobiliser to create blank keys for your vehicle. Instead, it makes use of the buttons you already have on your steering wheel and dashboard to connect with your car. It is therefore very discreet and hardly noticeable, since it's not visible. The Ghost operates on the CAN data network in your vehicle, which means that no additional wiring is required.

It prevents anyone from starting your car without a unique pin or smartphone authorization, so you will never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle through relay theft, key cloning or ECU swapping will not 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 the PIN on a credit card). The system will then start the engine in service valet mode when you press. This mode will require a different PIN code, or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it using your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle, allowing you to leave it for valeting or for a drive without having to worry about it being stolen or getting the wrong keys in it.

The Ghost is a subtle and cost-effective option to protect your car from theft through contactless technology. It is TASSA approved and could reduce your insurance costs, so you can drive confidently knowing that your pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans and allows you to be confident wherever you travel. To get a free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us now.

No extra wiring

Ghost immobilisers are installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so effective. The device doesn't need after-market key fobs however, instead it uses the buttons of your existing dashboard and steering wheel in order to create an individual PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor is able to start. This sequence can be as short or long as you like and can even include letters or numbers which makes it as secure as credit card. You can alter it at anytime.

It is important to know that ghost isn't Thatcham-approved unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices. However, because of how the device operates, it's TASSA approved and recognised by many insurance companies as a safety measure that can lower your insurance premiums.

Due to its discreet method of working it is unable to be detected by thieves. It is an excellent option for those who want to ensure that their vehicles are secure and safe while traveling abroad or for use in conjunction with valet parking and service companies. The device features a Valet mode that can be activated which allows the driver to start and drive the car with pre-set parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit, without having to enter the pin code. It can then be deactivated again and is fully active when you return to your vehicle.

This feature is particularly beneficial for those who regularly use their vehicles, for example taxi drivers or valet services. It can also be utilized by family members, friends or work colleagues allowing them to temporarily start your car whilst it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. The Ghost can be activated by entering the PIN code when you're back with your vehicle.

Contrary to many other after-market security products unlike other security products that are sold aftermarket, the Ghost is completely sealed and very small, meaning it can be concealed inside your vehicle. The Ghost's size is small, which means it is virtually undetectable and will not damage your car in any way.