Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next step in car security. It is unnoticeable to thieves and makes it impossible for them to start the car without a specific pin code.

The system is based upon the CAN Data network of your vehicle. It is inaudible, meaning it cannot be detected using common radio signals or diagnostic tools. It does not require any circuit cuts to install.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

ghost vehicle immobiliser Immobilisers help protect your vehicle from theft by stopping it from starting until a unique pin code is entered. It is a device that can be used on a wide variety of vehicles and unlike standard immobilisers, this one does not require a key or fob to operate. It is also difficult to bypass or hack and operates in a silent manner, which means a thief would need to be quick to make a getaway without being detected.

It protects against key locking, signal jamming, and spoofing. These are all methods that thieves have used to gain access to cars using standard immobiliser systems. The device deters thieves from stealing keys through a search in your letterbox, or breaking into your home to steal the remote control. The device will stop thieves from stealing your pride and joy even if they manage obtain the key. It prevents them from starting it until they have entered the code.

A ghost immobiliser, unlike passive immobilisers that require a key or fob to be in use to activate them and is designed to be fully sealed within the engine. It connects directly to the data circuits of the CAN in the vehicle. The system creates the pin code by pressing buttons on the steering wheel or console, or on the door panels of your car. You will need to enter this code before your engine can begin. The system can also be put into service mode, which allows your vehicle to start and drive for short periods of time without the requirement for a PIN code, but it will be able to exit service mode based on the speed and duration.

Because of the technology used, it is unable to be bypassed or hacked, even using high-tech equipment such as RF scanning or code grabbing devices. It is also impossible for a standard immobiliser to be disabled because the device doesn't send the same signal that a typical vehicle immobiliser does, and only is functional when connected directly to the CAN circuit.

TASSA (Tracking & Aftermarket Security System Association) has now approved the Ghost immobiliser to be an insurance-approved product due to its cutting-edge technology and easy-to-install. We are a proud TASSA approved Ghost installer and can install the device inside your vehicle for insurance purposes.

How does the Ghost Immobiliser Work?

In simple words, an immobiliser operates by preventing your car from starting if the wrong key or fob is used. This is achieved by sending an electronic code to your vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) If this code is sent from the incorrect key or fob, the ECU will not recognise it, and consequently the car won't start. This is the reason it's essential to ensure that your car is equipped with an immobiliser installed by a recognised and reputable specialist.

At MotorGuard we are the Midlands leading security experts and installers for vehicles. We offer an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a large range of modern vehicles, so you can rest assured that your pride and joy is protected against potential thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser system in the world. It shields your vehicle from key-cloning and hacking, as well as theft. It is designed to be able to remain undetectable by car burglars as it does not have LED indicators or key-fobs. It can also be hidden within your vehicle's wiring so that no additional hardware is required.

Once installed, the system is linked to your vehicles CAN system and lets you create an exclusive disarm sequence that includes your own PIN code, which must be entered to operate the vehicle. The pin code can be up to 20 presses long to provide additional security. If you have forgotten your pin code or if the button has broken there is a secure emergency code that can be used. This will let your vehicle start again.

The fact that the Ghost immobiliser is not able to be bypassed or hacked is what makes it an effective weapon against thieves. It also TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which could lower your car insurance cost.

Ghost immobilisers continue to improve as technology improves. We suggest that you speak with an Autowatch Ghost fitter as fast as you can in order to safeguard your pride and joy. We can provide you with top quality service whether you are buying an entirely new car or upgrading your current vehicle.

Is Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world to provide total protection from modern-day vehicle theft. It safeguards against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping and much more. The new TASSA-certified Ghost-II system also offers vehicle marking, linking to the International Security Register and enabling your insurer to verify that you have a Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents theft by requiring that a unique pin code be entered, or your phone to be equipped with our Autowatch Application installed. It functions as a pin number for bank cards, making it impossible for thieves to drive away with your pride and Joy without entering the correct PIN or phone. The Ghost Immobiliser System integrates into the CAN Data Network, so there is no need for wire cutting and it works quietly. It is undetectable to thieves and is not detected by sophisticated scans using RF or code-grabbing techniques that other systems employ.

After the Ghost is fitted by our skilled fitters, it's completely invisible and undetectable to the naked eye, it makes use of the buttons on your vehicle such as those on the steering wheel, door panels & the centre console to generate a unique pin code sequence which must be entered before the engine can start, just like a password on your bank account. It is then connected to your smartphone through the Autowatch app to allow you to enter the temporary "Service or Valet" mode that deactivates the ghost for up to 30 minutes while you give your vehicle for service or transportation.

It's not a surprise that the amount of stolen vehicles has risen significantly. This is because of the extensive personalisation and modifications that are employed in modern vehicles as well as the fact that a lot of us drive older vehicles. It can take a long time to replace these costly and rare cars when they are taken. Therefore it is essential to protect your prized possessions from becoming the next victim. A Ghost immobiliser is an affordable investment that will ensure your vehicle stays safe and can even be used to retrieve it in the event of it being stolen.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser operate on cut principle?

Ghost immobilisers prevent your vehicle from starting until a PIN is entered along with your key fob. This prevents thieves from cloning keys to cars or hacking into your car stolen with ghost immobiliser's computer system. It can also help them leave the vehicle alone.

Once installed the ghost immobiliser will create an unique pin code of up to 20 digits using the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheel or centre console, or door panels) which you must enter to start your car. The code sequence must be entered each time you drive your car, similar to a PIN password on credit card. The code can be reset 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 which allow you to temporarily start your vehicle with no access code similar to the key fob, while it's in the garage or with a valet parking provider. The immobiliser will be activated when your vehicle is in a parking spot.

In contrast to other security systems available, the Ghost is totally undetectable by modern criminals since it doesn't have any LED indicators and operates silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It's also not vulnerable to the same cuts in circuits that other security devices are because it doesn't utilize radio signals.

It is able to be installed in a way that's discreet and hidden from view, and is therefore impossible for thieves to find and be able to detect. It is also not detected by advanced scanning tools and technology that grabs codes, which are commonly employed to identify or disable security devices.

The Ghost is an advanced CAN bus immobiliser that is of high-quality. It provides excellent protection against key replicating and relay theft as also car hacking. It's simple to set up and is undetectable by thieves. It also is not able to be deactivated with simple wire cutting. This is why it's a must-have item for any driver who wants to secure their vehicle.