Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser

It is only logical to protect our vehicles, because they are an expression of pride and joy. The Autowatch Ghost system is a discreet immobiliser that is connected to the vehicle CAN data network. It operates through the ECU which is your car stolen with Ghost immobiliser's 'brain'.

Once installed the device will stop your car from moving unless an appropriate pin code sequence (up to 20 presses) is entered, much as a PIN number on your credit card.

There are no key fobs or LED indicators to reveal its location.

The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone who enters your vehicle since it does not utilize LED indicators or key fobs. The system utilizes buttons on the steering wheel, centre console, or door to generate an individual pin code that needs to be entered to allow your car to begin. The system can be set to require up to 20 press of the buttons before the engine can begin, making it virtually impossible for thieves to duplicate your key or hack into your vehicle.

Modern car thieves can employ professional diagnostic tools to identify which security systems are fitted to vehicles, but the Ghost does not transmit any signals like the conventional systems do. Criminals can recognize the type of security equipment installed in your car using sophisticated scanners for RF such as code grabbing, relay and attack methods. They are able to disable your vehicle's security system by tampering with the alarm or immobiliser ghost.

In contrast to other immobilisers on market, the Ghost is incorporated into your vehicle's CAN data network, so it is virtually impossible to hack and bypass. The system is compatible with newer vehicles that don't have key fob security. It can also be used in most electric cars and can even stop the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".

When it is installed by one of our trained engineers, we provide an TASSA verified guarantee to give you the peace of mind your installation is safe and of the highest standard. TASSA is a company that improves and maintains standards in the field of automotive security. They ensure that all of their approved installers are DBS certified and are fully trained and insured for Ghost installation. They will also provide you with the owner's instructions, installation certificate and a Ghost emergency card. Your insurance premiums will be substantially reduced. This is because your car will be less likely to be stolen and your insurance company will have an easier time recovering.

No Circuit Cuts

The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that safeguards your car more than anything else. It is not linked to LED indicators or key fobs but instead communicates directly with your vehicle's CAN system. This allows it to stop the ECU from starting and stops the engine from running until a unique PIN is entered through the dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependant). This makes it impossible for criminals to hack' into the system by using relay attacks or other methods and can't simply be disabled by pressing several buttons like with older systems.

The system also has an Service and Valet mode which is activated when the vehicle is in garage for servicing or valet parking. The vehicle can be started for a short period while working and without the need to enter the pin code or hand over keys. It will then automatically stop itself when you have returned the vehicle.

This makes the Ghost a much safer option for classic, sports or luxury automobiles that require battery isolation when parked for long periods of time. It is also unnoticeable by modern technology for RF scanning and code grabbing, making it extremely difficult for hackers or thieves to evade.

If you're seeking a complete set of vehicle security that will not only guard against key-cloning but also monitor your vehicle if it is stolen, we recommend one of our S7 tracking systems. They work seamlessly with Ghost to give you peace of assurance. Installations are carried out by an approved installer from TASSA who is certified as well as insured and knowledgeable. You will also receive an emergency card from Ghost, owner manuals and Installation certification.

Please contact us to get a quote and book if you are interested in having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It is often a quicker option to book in advance instead of waiting until the last minute when we are extremely busy. We will always do our best to book you in as fast as we can.

No Scanning with RF

Many car thieves are using sophisticated tools to copy vehicle keys and steal vehicles. These systems are readily accessible online and require little knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser is not detectable using these cloning devices as it doesn't rely on RF scanning.

The system instead uses the buttons in your car to generate an unique pin code push. This is done using the buttons on your steering wheels or door panels, or centre console. It's also a switchable number, not a pin like a remote fob which makes it extremely difficult to hack.

The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and easy to use. It does not require a smartphone, but can be used with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). You can enter service mode using your mobile device and drive away. Then you return the car to valet-mode & disable your mobile. This is ideal for classic cars as well as prestige vehicles that are frequently taken in for maintenance at garages owned by dealers.

Brand-dependent brand-specific, these CANBUS immobilisers work with other security devices such as alarms or trackers. This lets the user decide if they want their alarm or tracker to have priority over CAN bus immobilisers. This is particularly helpful when you have a Thatcham approved Tracker fitted as the tracker can be activated prior to the Ghost is activated.

The CANBUS immobilisers block codes sent by the original remote keys to the ECUs and BCM controllers. This stops them from activating the engine or starting the vehicle. These systems can be used to provide an additional security layer for vehicles equipped with remote controls that are factory installed.

The Autowatch Ghost will provide you with an increased level of security on your BMW. It is completely hidden within the wiring, making it nearly impossible to spot. It does not use any LED indicators or keys-fobs, which can prevent any criminal from not noticing its presence.

No Electronics to Detected

As a reputable Thatcham installer we install a new, revolutionary product manufactured by Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It prevents Keyless Entry theft or cloning that is increasing in modern automobiles. It is a covert device that doesn't rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It makes use of the buttons that are factory-installed in your car to create a pin code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before the car can start or be moved. The car won't move or start unless this sequence is entered correctly. Many insurance companies are now asking for this device to be fitted as standard and often leads to a decrease in monthly costs.

It does not require the cutting of wires in order to be installed because it is connected to the CAN data bus and functions through the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The unit can't be detected by hi-tech thieves using diagnostic tools, and are unable to detect the click of a traditional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be configured to operate in a service mode which allows your vehicle to be started without the PIN code. This is useful for transporting it to a garage or valet parking service. The PIN code may be changed at any time to provide additional security.

The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means that it is only available from fully certified installers. This provides a high level of protection, and the Engineer who installs the system is DBS certified, insured and trained.

While it is not a replacement for an alarm system, we always recommend combining it with other physical barriers like wheel clamps and crook locks and, if you can, a hidden GPS tracker such as Meta Trak VTS to give you the best level of security available. This is particularly important if you leave your keys in the ignition even when it's not being driven, as there are a variety of ways to fool the driver into thinking that they are still in the vehicle, and allow theft to occur.