Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next-generation in vehicle security. It is unnoticeable by thieves and impossible to start without either a unique pin code or app authorisation.

The system is built on the CAN Data network, and is completely silent and therefore cannot be detected by standard thieves' diagnostic tools or radio signals. It does not require any cuts in the circuit to be installed.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

A Ghost Immobiliser is a device that protects your vehicle from theft by stopping the engine from running until you enter a specific pin code. It can be utilized in a variety of vehicles and unlike traditional immobilisers, it does not require a fob or key to operate. It is also extremely difficult to hack or bypass and works in silence. This means that thieves will need to be quick to escape without being caught.

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

Unlike passive immobilisers that require the fob or key to be pressed, a ghost immobiliser is designed to be sealed within the engine and connects directly to the vehicle's CAN data circuit. 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 set to the service mode, which allows your car to drive and start for short periods of time without the need for a PIN code. However, the service mode will be terminated depending on speed and time.

As a result of the technology employed this device is not able to be hacked or bypassed, even using advanced technology like code grabbing or RF scanning devices. It is also impossible to disable with a standard vehicle immobiliser as it doesn't send signals like a standard one and only works by connecting directly to the data circuit of the CAN.

TASSA (Tracking & Aftermarket Security System Association) has approved the Ghost immobiliser to be an insurance-approved product due to its high-end technology and easy-to-install. We are a TASSA approved Ghost Installer and can install this device into your car for insurance purposes.

How does the Ghost Immobiliser Work?

Immobilisers stop your car from starting if the wrong remote or key is used. It does this by sending a code from the wrong key or fob to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU will not be able to recognize it and your car will not start. This is the reason it's essential to ensure that your car is fitted with an immobiliser by an approved and reputable professional.

MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. We provide an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a wide selection of modern cars and you can be sure that your prized possession is safe from thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobilisers and safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking, and theft. It's designed to be undetectable by thieves because it doesn't have LED indicators or key fobs, and can be concealed within the wiring of your vehicle to ensure that no additional hardware is needed.

Once it is installed, it's linked to the CAN system of your vehicle. It allows you create an unique disarming sequence using your pin code. This must be entered before driving the vehicle. The pin code can be up to 20 presses long, to ensure security. If you forget your pin number, or if a button is broken, the device features an emergency pin code that can be used to reset it and allow your vehicle to start again.

The fact that the Ghost immobiliser cannot be bypassed or hackable is what makes it such an effective weapon against thieves. In addition, it is also TASSA insurance-approved (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which may reduce the cost of car insurance.

As technology continues to advance Ghost immobilisers are getting more sophisticated. In this regard, we suggest contacting an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service immediately to ensure that your enjoyment is completely secured. If you're purchasing a new vehicle, or looking to upgrade your vehicle, you can count on us to provide you with a high-quality service, so that you can take pleasure in your pride and joy for many years to come.

Is a Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The ghost immobiliser fitting birmingham is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that provides total protection against modern-day vehicle theft. It safeguards against key cloning, car hacking, ECU swapping, and more. The new TASSA verified Ghost-II systems also offer vehicle marking and linking to the International Security Register enabling your insurance company to verify that you have a valid Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents theft by making it necessary for a unique pin code is entered, or for your smartphone to be equipped with our Autowatch App downloaded. It works just like a pin code for 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 no wire cutting is needed and it runs quietly. It is undetectable to thieves and cannot be detected by the sophisticated scan RF and code grabbing technology that other systems employ.

Once the Ghost is fitted by our trained fitters it's completely hidden and undetectable to the naked eye, it uses the buttons in your vehicle such as those on the steering wheel, door panels & centre console to create an individual pin code sequence that must be entered before your engine can begin to run, just as a password on a bank account. It is then connected to your smartphone through the Autowatch app to allow you to switch into a temporary 'Service or Valet' mode which disables the ghost for up to 30 minutes while you hand over your vehicle for repair or transportation.

It is no surprise that the number stolen vehicles has increased dramatically. This is due to the high level personalisation and modifications that are utilized in modern vehicles, as well as the fact that many of us drive older vehicles. A lot of them are costly and rare vehicles that take a long time to replace after being stolen so ensuring your car isn't at risk of becoming the next target is paramount. A Ghost immobiliser is a reasonable investment that can keep your vehicle safe and can even be used to retrieve it if it does become stolen.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser work on the cut principle?

Ghost immobilisers prevent your vehicle from being started until a PIN is entered, along with your key fob. This stops thieves from copying your keys to steal into your car's system and can convince them to leave your car completely.

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

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN immobiliser also comes with two deactivation modes for valet and service that allow you to temporarily start your vehicle without access code - just like a key fob - whilst it's in the garage or with a valet parking service. The immobiliser will reactivate automatically when your vehicle is parked.

Contrary to other security devices available and in comparison to other security devices, the Ghost is completely undetectable by modern thieves since it does not have any LED indicators and works silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It is also not susceptible to the same types of circuit cut that are common to other security devices, as it does not use radio waves.

It can be set up in a way that is discreet and hidden from view and therefore, is impossible for thieves to locate and be able to detect. It's also not able to be detected by advanced scanning tools or code-grabbing technology which can often be employed to identify and disable security devices.

The Ghost is a premium, state-of-the-art immobiliser for the CAN bus that offers top-of-the-line protection against key cloning, relay theft, and car hacking. It is simple to set up and undetectable by thieves. It is not able to be deactivated by cutting wires. This makes it an essential item for anyone who wants to secure their vehicle.