What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
An immobiliser is a security feature that prevents your car from starting if you do not have the right key or fob. It can help to lower your car insurance premium as well.
The ghost system creates a unique pin code using the buttons on your car's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can change it. Imagine it as an PIN for a credit card, but much safer (up to 20 button presses). It is completely invisible and operates on the CAN network.
Easy to install
A ghost immobiliser is a device that is installed to the engine of your vehicle to prevent it from getting started without the correct PIN. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof and therefore a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that protects your car better than anything else available 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 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 inaccessible to professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that can be detected using diagnostic tools, and it does not emit a distinctive sound when activated, like other systems on the market.
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 sequence that is only known to you. It's entered with your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start the car unless they are yourself. This is the reason it is a great way to deter criminals, since they can't escape without being aware of them and alerting you to their presence.
If you change vehicles in the course of your ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple procedure that won't invalidate your warranty, as it uses the CAN data network. You don't need to change your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to give away its location
Many of us consider our car to be a pride and happiness in our lives, with this being the case it is not surprising that some will spend a considerable amount of money on keeping their vehicle clean. However, it's crucial to ensure that our vehicle is secure.
Criminals are becoming more brazen and can hack into keyless entry systems to steal your car while the keys are still in the ignition. They are even able to do this from the inside of your home. Criminals are able to employ a relay device to replicate your car's signal and then start it without your knowledge. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker, it is possible to disable by using a few simple techniques.
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 unlike anything else on the market today. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified and insurance approved - meaning it could save you money on your car insurance.
This unique device has been designed in a way to be undetectable to thieves. It makes use of the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to generate a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits in length that is required to enter in order to start the engine. This is a device that cannot be detected with RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It can only be disabled by a smartphone app downloaded via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.
It is also silent so thieves would not even know it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.
Other features include a valet function that allows your car to be temporarily started for service or cleaning purposes, a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, and the maintenance and service mode to let you drive your car if you require it. The device can be put in on different places in your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it to ensure that there are no permanent marks left on the interior of your vehicle.
No RF scanning technology, or code-grabbing technology.
The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is the method by which thieves target vehicles to get key fobs stolen and gain access to the computer of your car to generate blank keys for your vehicle. Instead, it utilizes the buttons already found in your steering wheel as well as dashboard to communicate with your car. This is the reason it is completely invisible and unnoticeable since you don't even notice that the device is there at all. This also means that no extra wiring is required, since the Ghost works with your vehicle's CAN data network, which means there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation, and is completely silent.
This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a unique pin, or smartphone authorisation. You'll never have an empty car. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle via relay theft, key cloning, or ECU swapping won't be able start it, and are more likely to leave your vehicle in peace.
The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a hidden 'password. This code is only accessible to you (like a PIN on a credit card). The system will start the engine in service valet mode if you press. This mode requires a different PIN or you can open it using 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 driving away without fearing that it will be stolen or having keys that aren't yours.
The Ghost is a cost-effective and discrete solution to secure your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA-approved, and could lower the cost of insurance. You can drive with peace knowing that you are protecting your prized possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles including motorhomes and vans, so that you can feel secure 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 inside the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is why it's so effective. It doesn't require any key fobs that are sold in the market and instead utilizes the buttons of your dashboard and steering wheel in order to create unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor is able to begin. This sequence can be as long or as short as you want and may even include letters or numbers that make it as secure as a credit card. It can also be changed at anytime.
It's crucial to understand that ghost is not Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to the way the device operates, it's TASSA approved and recognised by a number of insurance companies as a safety measure that helps lower your insurance premiums.
As a result of its discreet method of working, it cannot be detected by thieves. It's an excellent option for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are safe and secure whilst travelling abroad or for use with valet parking & service companies. The device has a Valet mode that can be turned on which allows the driver to begin and drive the vehicle, with predetermined parameters like a 30mph speed limit, and without having to enter the pin code. The device is able to be deactivated and then fully reactivated after returning to the vehicle.
This feature is especially useful for people who use their vehicles on a regular basis for example, taxi drivers and valet services. It is also a great option by family members, friends or work colleagues allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in garage to do maintenance or a wash. The Ghost can be reactivated by entering the PIN code once you're back in control of your car.
The Ghost is a tiny and fully sealed device that can be hidden in any part of your vehicle. The Ghost's small size makes it almost unnoticeable and will not damage your car in any way.