What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
An immobiliser is a device that prevents your car from starting if you do not have the right key or fob. It can also help lower your car insurance rates.
The ghost system generates a unique pin code that you can enter using the buttons on your car's steering, centre console, or door panels. You can change it. Think of it as a PIN for 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 installed to your car's engine to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN. It's not just easy to install but also tamperproof, making it a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that is more secure than any other available. It protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even the theft of your keys inside your home. It also blocks your car's engine until either you enter your unique PIN, or your application is used to allow the engine to start.
It is not detectable by sophisticated scanners, and it cannot be disarmed with simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves using these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that could easily be detected using 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. This code is entered by using your smartphone, or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It is impossible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is why it's an effective deterrent to criminals since there's no way they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to their presence in your vehicle.
If you change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another as provided that it is connected to a CAN bus that's compatible. It's a simple procedure that won't void your warranty as it sits on the CAN data network and does not require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is so much cheaper and easier to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.
There are no key-fobs, LEDs or other indicators to reveal its location
It's not a surprise that many of us spend lots of money to keep our vehicles clean. It is crucial to ensure the safety of our vehicles.
Unfortunately, criminals have become increasingly brazen and are able to hack into your vehicle's keyless entry systems allowing them to take your car even whilst the keys are in the ignition or in the house. These criminals can then employ a relay device to replicate your car's signal and start the engine without your knowledge. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker, it is possible to disable by using a few simple techniques.
Autowatch has come up with an innovative solution to stop this, called Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that protects your vehicle like no other. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association), verified and approved by insurance companies, meaning you can save money on your car insurance.
This revolutionary device was developed to be inaccessible by thieves. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering to create an unique 20-digit PIN code that needs to be entered in order to start the vehicle. This system cannot be detected by RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies. It is only deactivated with an app for smartphones or your key fob or two smartphones.
It is also silent, so a thief would never know that it is inside your vehicle. Furthermore, being connected to the CAN data network, there aren't wires to cut or be removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to bypass the system.
Other features include a valet mode which allows your car to be temporarily started for service or cleaning purposes as well as 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 concealed in a variety of locations inside your vehicle. the installation is completed by our vetted Ghost installers, ensuring that no permanent marks are left on your interior, which means that it is suitable to be resold.
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 cars to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer in your car to make blank keys for your vehicle. Instead, it makes use of the buttons you already have in your steering wheel as well as dashboard to communicate with your car. It is therefore very discreet and hardly noticeable, since it isn't visible. This also means that no additional wiring is needed, as the Ghost works with the CAN data network in your vehicle, which means there aren't any circuit breaks during installation or operation, and is quiet.
This prevents anyone starting your vehicle without a unique pin, or smartphone authorization. You will never have an empty car. This means that thieves who take your vehicle through key cloning or relay theft, or ECU swapping will not be able start it, and are more likely to leave the vehicle alone.
A hidden 'password' of buttons is created by using the buttons you have on your steering wheel and dash board that only you can identify (as with a PIN code on a credit card). The system will then start the engine in the service valet mode when you press. This mode requires a new PIN, or you can unlock it using the Autowatch App on your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle and allow you to leave it for valeting or driving away without having to worry about it being stolen or having keys that aren't yours.
The Ghost is an affordable and discreet way to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA approved and could lower your insurance costs so you can drive confidently knowing that your pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is suitable for a variety of different vehicles, including motorhomes and vans, so you can feel secure wherever you go. To request a free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us today.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is mounted directly in the vehicle, and is connected to CAN data network. This is the reason it is so effective. The device doesn't need key fobs that are sold in the market, but instead uses the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel to generate unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor is able to begin. This sequence can be made as long or as short as you want and can include numbers or letters. It is as secure as a regular credit card. It can also be altered at any time.
It is crucial to mention that unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices, ghost is not Thatcham approved. Ghost is TASSA-approved, and many insurance companies recognise it as a security device which can lower your insurance premiums.
Because of its discreet method of working it is not able to be spotted by thieves and is an excellent choice for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are secure and safe while traveling abroad or working in conjunction with valet parking and service companies. The device has a Valet mode that is activated. This allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. The ghost immobiliser fitting near me device can be removed and reactivated when you return to your vehicle.
This feature is especially useful for those who regularly use their vehicles, like valet service or taxi drivers. It can also be used to help family, friends, or work colleagues, allowing them to temporarily start your car while it's in the garage for maintenance or a wash. When you return to possession the Ghost can be activated again using the PIN code.
In contrast to other after - market security products The Ghost is sealed in its entirety and very small, meaning it can be hidden anywhere inside your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no trace of the device and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.