What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that prevent your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It can also help lower your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system generates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your car's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can change it. Think of it like an PIN for a credit card but more secure (up to 20 buttons). It is undetectable and operates completely silently on the CAN data network.

Easy to install

Ghost immobilisers are device that is fitted to the engine of your vehicle to stop it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not just easy to install but also secure, making it a great choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that safeguards your vehicle better than any other available. It prevents your vehicle from key-cloning hacking (relay attack) and even theft of your keys inside your home. It also blocks your car's engine until either you enter your unique PIN or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.

It's not detected by sophisticated scanners and can't be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable by professional thieves who use these methods since it doesn't transmit signals that can be detected by diagnostic tools and does not emit a distinct chirp when activated like many other systems on the market.

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 sequence that is only known to you. This is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start your vehicle unless they are yourself. This is why it's such a good deterrent to criminals, since they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to their presence in your vehicle.

You can even transfer the Ghost between vehicles should you decide to change cars in the course of ownership so long as the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a really easy process that does not affect your warranty since it is part of the CAN data network and doesn't require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The ghost 2 immobiliser installation is so much cheaper and simpler to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

No LED indicators or key-fobs to reveal the location of the vehicle.

Many of us consider our vehicle to be a pride and joy in our lives, with this in mind, it is not surprising that some will spend a significant amount of money to keep their vehicle clean. However, it's crucial to take care to keep our cars safe.

Unfortunately the criminals have become more brazen and are able to hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems, allowing them to steal your car even whilst keys are in the ignition or even inside your home. The criminals then utilize a relay device in order to duplicate your car's unique signal and then start it without you even knowing. Although these vehicles are usually fitted with a tracker, this can be easily disabled using simple tricks.

Autowatch have come up with an innovative solution to prevent this called Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that will protect your car like nothing else available today. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) and is verified and approved by insurance companies, meaning you can save money on your car insurance.

This innovative device was designed to be inaccessible by thieves. It makes use of the buttons on your dashboard and steering to create a unique 20-digit PIN code that needs to be entered to start the car. This system cannot be detected using RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies. It can only be deactivated using an app for smartphones or key fob or two smartphones.

It's also quiet, so a thief wouldn't know it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.

Other options include a valet function that allows you to start your vehicle for a short period of time to clean or maintenance, 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 hidden in a number of different locations inside your vehicle. the installation is carried out by our vetted Ghost installers, ensuring that there are no permanent marks left on your interior, which means it is suitable for reselling.

No RF scanning technology, 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 take keys and gain access to the computer of your car to make blank keys for your car. It uses the buttons on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel to communicate with your vehicle. This is the reason it is so discreet and undetectable since you don't even notice that the device is there in any way. The Ghost operates on the CAN data network of your vehicle, so no wiring is required.

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

A secret 'password' for buttons is created using the buttons you have on your dash board and steering wheel that only you can identify (as with a PIN number on a bank card). When pressed the system will allow the engine to begin in service valet mode. This mode requires a new PIN or you can unlock it using the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle so that you can leave it for valeting or for a drive without fearing that it will be stolen or getting the wrong keys in it.

The Ghost is a low-cost and discreet solution to protect your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA-approved and can reduce insurance costs. You can drive in confidence knowing you are safeguarding your pride and joy. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes, so that you can be safe 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 in the vehicle, and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so effective. It doesn't require any key fobs that are sold in the market however, instead it uses the buttons of your existing car steering wheel and dashboard to generate an individual PIN sequence that must be entered before the motor is able to begin. This sequence can be made as long or short as you want and can include numbers or letters. It is as secure as a standard credit card. You can alter it at any time.

It's important that you know that ghost immobiliser reviews is not Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices. Ghost is TASSA-approved, and a lot of insurance companies recognize it as a security device that can help reduce your premiums.

Because of its secluded method of operation, it cannot be detected by thieves and is an ideal choice for those who want to keep their vehicles secure and safe while traveling abroad or working with valet parking & service companies. The device comes with a Valet mode that can be activated which allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle, with pre-set parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit, and without having to enter the pin code. The device can be removed and active when you return to your car.

This feature is especially useful for those who use their vehicles frequently like valet service and taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members, friends or colleagues to start your car while it's in the garage or being washed. The Ghost can then be reactivated by entering the PIN code after you're back in possession of your vehicle.

Unlike many other after - market security products, the Ghost is sealed in its entirety and very small, meaning it can be concealed in your vehicle. Its small size also means that there is no trace of the device and it won't cause any damage to your vehicle in any way.