What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a security feature that stops your car from starting if you do not have the correct fob or key. It can help to lower your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system makes use of the buttons on your car's steering wheel or centre console, or door panels to generate an unique pin code sequence that you can change and think of it as a credit card PIN but much more secure (up to 20 button presses). 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 car to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not only simple to install, but also tamperproof making it an excellent choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

The ghost immobiliser London is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that is more secure than anything else available today. It guards your vehicle against key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as the theft of actual keys from your home. By preventing the engine from running it stops your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.

Since it's part of the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no wiring that needs to be connected, which means that it cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners or even disarmed by simple wire cutting. It's also inaccessible to professional thieves who use these methods because it doesn't send signals that can be detected by diagnostic tools and does not emit a distinctive chirp when activated as do other systems available.

It utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels or the centre console) to generate a unique, changeable PIN code sequence that is only known by you. This code is entered by using your smartphone or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It's impossible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is the reason it works so well to stop criminals from escaping, since they are unable to escape without notifying them of their presence.

If you ever change vehicles in the course of your ownership, you are able to move the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it has a CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple procedure that won't void your warranty as it is part of the CAN data network and doesn't require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is so much cheaper and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

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

It's not a surprise that we spend a a lot of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is essential to keep our cars safe.

Criminals are becoming more ruthless, and they can hack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle while the keys are still in the ignition. They can even do this inside your home. These criminals can then utilize a relay device in order to replicate your car's signal and start it up without you even knowing. These vehicles are often equipped with trackers, but they can be easily disabled with a few simple tricks.

Autowatch has developed an innovative method to avoid this, called Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that protects your vehicle like nothing else. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified and insurance-approved, meaning it can help you save money on your car insurance.

This revolutionary device was designed in a way that it is undetectable to thieves. It uses the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to generate a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits in length that must be entered to start the engine. It is a system which cannot be detected with the use of RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It is only disarmed via a smartphone app downloaded, your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.

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

Other features include a valet mode which allows you to turn off your car for a few minutes to clean or maintenance, a PIN-change function in the event that you forget your PIN and the maintenance and service mode that ensures you can drive as you need to. The device can be placed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it so that there are no permanent marks left on the interior of your car.

No RFID scanning or code-grabbing technology

The Ghost Immobiliser does not use codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology which is the primary way that thieves target cars to steal the key fobs and get access to your car's computer to create an empty key for your car. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering wheel to connect with your vehicle. It's therefore extremely discreet and unnoticeable, as it's not visible. The Ghost works with the CAN data network of your vehicle, therefore there is no need for additional wiring.

This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never be in an empty car. This means that even if your car is stolen via key cloning, relay theft or ECU swapping, thieves will not be in a position to start your car, making them more likely to abandon it for fear of getting arrested.

A hidden 'password' of buttons is created using the buttons you have on your dash board and steering wheel that only you can identify (as with a PIN code on a credit card). When pressed, the system will allow the engine to start in service valet mode. This mode will require a different PIN code, or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it from your phone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This allows you to leave your car for valeting or leave it without fearing that it will be stolen or that the wrong keys are in it.

The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective option to protect your car from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved and can reduce insurance costs. You can drive in peace knowing that you are safeguarding your pride and joy. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes and allows you to be safe wherever you go. To book your free quotation and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us now.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is installed 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 keys from the market and instead utilizes the buttons of your existing car steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor is able to begin. The sequence can be made as long or as short as you'd like and can contain numbers or letters. It's as secure as a standard 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 tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to the way the device functions, it is TASSA approved and recognised by many insurance companies as a safety measure that helps lower your insurance premiums.

It is a great choice for those looking to keep their cars safe and secure when traveling abroad or for valet parking and service firms. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive it with parameters such as a 30mph speed limit without entering the pin code. It is then deactivated and then reactivated when you return to your car.

This feature is especially beneficial for those who drive their vehicles on a regular basis, such as taxi drivers and valet services. It can also be utilized to help family, friends, or colleagues at work, allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in the garage for maintenance or washing. Once you are back in possession the ghost immobiliser range rover can be activated again using the PIN code.

The Ghost is a very small and fully sealed product that can be concealed in any area of your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no trace of the device, and it will not cause any damage to your vehicle in any way.