Why We Enjoy Ghost Immobiliser Fitter (And You Should, Too!)

What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that block your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It also can help reduce the cost of car insurance.

The ghost system makes use of the buttons on your car stolen with ghost immobiliser's steering wheel, centre console or door panels to create an unique pin code that you can modify, think of it as being like a credit card PIN but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is invisible and silently operates through the CAN network.

Easy to install

Ghost immobilisers are device that is attached to your car's engine to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not only simple to install but also tamper-proof and therefore an ideal choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, and it protects your vehicle as nothing else available today. It safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) and also the theft of your keys from home. By preventing the engine from running it protects your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.

Since it is part of the CAN data network of your vehicle there is no wiring that needs to be added, which means that it cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners, or even disarmed by simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves employing these methods, as it doesn't 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 generate a unique, changeable PIN code sequence that is only known to you. The code is entered using your smartphone, or a secret button located on the Ghost device. It is not possible for anyone else to use this sequence except for you. This is why it is so effective to deter criminals, since they can't escape without noticing them and alerting to their presence.

You can even move the Ghost between vehicles if you decide to change cars in your ownership provided that the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a really easy procedure that won't cause warranty voiding since it sits on the CAN data network and does not require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The best part about the Ghost is that it's so much cheaper and easier to install than the wheel lock, a tracking system or a tracker.

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

It's not a surprise that we all spend an enormous amount of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is important to ensure the safety of our vehicles.

Criminals are becoming more brazen and are able to attack keyless entry systems to steal your car even though the keys are in the ignition. They are even able to do this from inside the home. They could then employ relay devices to copy the unique signal from your car and start it without even knowing. These vehicles are often fitted with trackers, but they can be easily disabled by using simple techniques.

Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this, called Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) confirmed and insurance approved - meaning it can save you money on your car insurance.

This revolutionary device was developed to be unnoticeable by thieves. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering to create a unique 20-digit code that has to be entered to open the car. This system cannot be detected using RF scanning or code-grabbing technology. It is only deactivated with a smartphone app, your key fob, or two smartphones.

It's also quiet so thieves would not be able to tell it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it cannot be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet function which allows you to turn off your car for a few minutes to clean or maintenance, a change of PIN 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 tucked away in a variety of locations inside your vehicle. the installation is carried out by our certified Ghost installers to ensure that no permanent marks are left on your interior, which means it is suitable for reselling.

No RF scanning or code-grabbing technology

The Ghost Immobiliser does not use RF scanning or code-grabbing technology, which is the main way that thieves target cars to steal the key fobs and gain access to the computer in your car to create an unlocked key for your vehicle. Instead, it makes use of the buttons already found in your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. It's therefore completely hidden and unnoticeable, as it is not visible. This also means that no extra wiring is needed, as the Ghost will work with your vehicle's CAN data networks which means that there are no cuts in the circuit when it is installed or operating and is silent.

It prevents anyone from starting your car without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation which means you'll never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle using key cloning or relay theft, or ECU swapping will not be able start it, and are more likely to leave the vehicle completely.

A hidden 'password' of buttons is created by using the buttons already present on your dash board and steering wheel that only you know (as with a PIN number on a credit card). The system will start the engine in service valet mode when pressed. This mode requires a new PIN or you can open it with the Autowatch App on your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle so that you can leave it to valet or for a drive without worrying about it being stolen or having the wrong keys in it.

The Ghost is a low-cost and discreet way to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved and may lower the cost of insurance. You can drive with confidence knowing you are safeguarding your most precious possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a wide range of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans and allows you to be safe wherever you travel. Call us today for your free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.

No extra wiring

A ghost immobiliser installs directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network, this is the reason it's so effective. The device doesn't require any after - market key fobs and instead makes use of the buttons on your current car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate an unique PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine can start. The sequence can be as short or long as you want and may even include numbers or letters which makes it as secure as credit card. It can also be altered at any time.

It is important to know that ghost is not Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices that are made by aftermarket. Ghost is TASSA-approved, and many insurance companies recognize it as a security instrument that can reduce your premiums.

It is a great option for those who want to keep their cars safe and secure while 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 like a 30mph speed limit without needing to enter an entry code. The device is able to be deactivated and then fully activated upon returning to the car.

This feature is especially useful for those who drive their vehicles on a regular basis like taxi drivers and valet services. This feature can be used by family members, friends or colleagues to start your car when it's in the garage or is being cleaned. The Ghost can be activated by entering the PIN code when you're back in possession of your car.

In contrast to other after-market security products unlike other security products that are sold aftermarket, the Ghost is fully sealed and small, which means it can be concealed inside 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.