What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that stop your car from being started without the correct fob or key. It also helps reduce the cost of car insurance.

The ghost system generates a unique pin code that you can enter using the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like an PIN for credit card, but much safer (up to 20 button press). It is completely invisible and operates on the CAN network.

Easy to install

Ghost immobilisers are device that is installed to your car's engine to stop it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof, which makes it a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

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

It isn't detectable by sophisticated scanners and can't be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves employing these methods because it does not transmit signals that could easily be detected with diagnostic tools.

It makes use of the buttons you have in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels or the centre console) to create a unique and programmable PIN code that is only accessible to you. This is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start the vehicle unless they are you. This is the reason it is a great way to deter criminals, since they are unable to escape without noticing them and alerting to their presence.

If you decide to change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you are able to move the Ghost from one vehicle to another so provided that it is connected to a CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple procedure that doesn't void your warranty because it works on the CAN data network. You don't have to modify your steering wheel or status indicators. The best part about the Ghost is that it's so much less expensive and simpler to install than an a wheel lock, tracking system or tracker.

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

It is not surprising that we all spend lots of dollars to keep our cars clean. However, it is also essential to take care to keep our cars safe.

Criminals are becoming more brazen, and they can attack keyless entry systems to steal your car even though the keys are in the ignition. They can even do this inside your home. The criminals then use a relay device to replicate your car's signal and start the engine without you knowing. Even though these vehicles are generally equipped with a tracker this can be easily disabled by using a few simple techniques.

Autowatch has developed an innovative solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that will protect your vehicle like no other. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association), verified and insurance-approved, which means you can save money on your auto insurance.

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

It is also silent and a burglar wouldn't know it was in your car. Furthermore, since it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet mode which allows your car to be temporarily started to perform cleaning or maintenance as well as a PIN change function in the event that you forget your PIN, as well as maintenance and service modes to let you drive your car when you require it. The device can be tucked away in a variety of locations inside your vehicle. the installation is completed by our certified Ghost installers so that no permanent marks are left on your interior, which means that it is suitable to be resold.

No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is how thieves target cars in order to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer of your car to make blank keys for your car. Instead, it makes use of the buttons you already have in your steering wheel and dashboard to connect with your car. This is why it is completely invisible and unnoticeable since you don't even notice the device at all. This is also why no additional wiring is required, since the Ghost works with your vehicle's CAN data network, which means there are no cuts in the circuit during installation or operation and is completely silent.

It blocks anyone from beginning your car without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation which means you'll never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle through key cloning or relay theft, or ECU swapping won't be able start it, and are more likely to leave your vehicle in peace.

A secret password of buttons is created using the buttons you have on your steering wheel and dashboard that only you know (as using a PIN code on a bank card). The system will start the engine in service valet mode when you press. This mode requires a different PIN or you can unlock it with the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your car and allow you to leave it for valeting or to drive away without worrying about it being stolen or having keys that aren't yours.

The Ghost is a low-cost and discrete solution to secure your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA approved and can lower your insurance costs so you can drive with confidence knowing that your car's pride and joy is secure. The Ghost is suitable for a range of different types of vehicles including vans and motorhomes, so you can feel safe wherever you are. To get a free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us today.

No extra wiring

A ghost immobiliser ghost installs directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network, this is why it's so effective. The device doesn't require keys from the market, but instead uses the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel to generate unique PIN sequence that is entered before the motor is able to begin. The sequence can be as short or long as you like and can even include numbers or letters that make it as secure as credit card. It is also possible to change it at any time.

It is important to know that ghost is not Thatcham-approved unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices. Ghost is TASSA-approved, and many insurance companies recognize it as a security tool that can lower your insurance premiums.

It's a great choice for those who wish to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while travelling abroad, or for valet parking and service companies. The device features a Valet mode that is activated. This allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle with predetermined parameters like a 30mph speed limit, and without having to enter the pin code. It can then be removed and active when you return to your car.

This feature is particularly useful for people who use their vehicles on a regular basis, such as valet and taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members or friends to start your car while it's in the garage or is being cleaned. When you return to possession the Ghost can be activated again using the PIN code.

Contrary to many other after-market security products, the Ghost is fully sealed and small, which means it can be hidden anywhere inside your vehicle. The Ghost's small size means that it is almost unnoticeable and will not harm your vehicle in any way.