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 key or fob. It can reduce your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system uses the buttons in your vehicle's steering wheel center console or door panels to generate an individual pin code that you can change, think of it as a credit card PIN but much more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and operates quietly on the CAN data network.

Easy to install

A Ghost 2 immobiliser immobiliser is a device that is fitted to your car's engine to stop it from being started without the correct PIN. It is not only simple to install but also tamper-proof, making it a great choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.

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

It's not detected by sophisticated scanners, and it cannot be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable by professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't send signals that can be detected using diagnostic tools, and it does not emit a distinctive sound when activated, like other systems available.

The device makes use of the buttons that are on your car (steering wheels, door panels, or centre consoles) to create a unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you know. It's entered with your smartphone or a secret button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start your vehicle unless they are you. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals since there's no way they could escape without you noticing and alerting them to the presence of your vehicle.

You can even transfer the Ghost between vehicles if you switch cars in your ownership provided that the new vehicle has a compatible CAN bus. It's a simple procedure that doesn't cause warranty voiding since it is part of the CAN data network and doesn't require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is much less expensive and easier to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.

No LED indicators or key-fobs to reveal its location

It's not surprising that many of us spend a lot of dollars to keep our cars clean. But, it is essential to take care to keep our cars safe.

Criminals are getting more daring and can hack 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. These criminals can then use a relay device to duplicate your car's unique signal and start the engine without you knowing. Although these vehicles are usually fitted with a tracker, this can be disabled with a few tricks.

Autowatch has created an innovative method to avoid this, called Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that will protect your vehicle like nothing else. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) and is verified and insurance-approved, which means you can save money on your auto insurance.

This revolutionary device was developed to be undetectable by thieves. It utilizes the buttons on your dashboard and the steering to create a unique 20-digit code that needs to be entered in order to start the car. This is a device that cannot be detected using codes grabbing or RF scanning technology and can only be removed by a smartphone application installed by your key fob, or the presence of two smartphones together.

It is also silent, so that thieves would not be aware that it's in your vehicle. Also because it is connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires to cut or be removed, which means it can't be disconnected from the ECU to bypass the system.

Other features include a valet mode which allows your car to be started up temporarily to perform cleaning or maintenance as well as a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, and maintenance and service modes to allow you to drive your car when you need to. The device can be hidden in a number of different places in your vehicle and the installation is performed by our vetted Ghost installers so that no permanent marks are left on your interior. This ensures it is safe to be resold.

No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing

The ghost 2 immobiliser cost 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 in your car to create blank keys for your car. It uses the buttons on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel to connect with your vehicle. It is therefore very discreet and hardly noticeable, since it is not visible. This also means that no extra wiring is required, since the Ghost works with your vehicle's CAN data networks This means that there are no circuit cuts when it is installed or operating and is quiet.

It prevents anyone from getting your car started without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation and you will never have an empty vehicle. This means that even if your vehicle is stolen by key replication, relay theft or ECU swapping thieves won't be capable of starting your vehicle, which makes them more likely to abandon it in fear of being arrested.

A hidden 'password' of buttons is created using the buttons already present on your steering wheel and dash board that only you can identify (as with a PIN number on a bank card). When the button is pressed the system will allow the engine to begin in service valet mode. This mode requires a new PIN or you can unlock 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 to valet or driving away without fearing that it will be stolen or getting keys that aren't yours.

The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective solution to help safeguard your vehicle from theft through contactless technology. It is TASSA-approved and may lower insurance costs. You can drive with confidence knowing you are securing your pride and joy. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans and allows you to be confident wherever you travel. To get a free quote and installation of the Autowatch ghost immobiliser cost, 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. It doesn't require any after - market key fobs, instead it utilizes the buttons that are already on your car's steering wheel and dashboard to create an unique PIN code sequence which is entered before the engine is able to start. The sequence can be as long or short as you want and may even include numbers or letters which makes it as secure as a credit card. It can also be changed at anytime.

It's important that you know that ghost is not a Thatcham-approved device unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to how the device operates, it's TASSA acknowledged and accepted by a number of insurance companies as a security measure that helps lower the cost of your insurance.

It is a great choice for those who wish to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad, or for valet parking and service firms. The device comes with a Valet mode that can be turned on which allows the driver to begin and drive the car with pre-set parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit, without having to enter the pin code. The device can be deactivated and then active when you return to your vehicle.

This feature is especially useful for those who use their vehicles, such as valet service or taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members or friends to start your car even if it is in the garage or being washed. The Ghost can be reactivated by entering the PIN code after you're back in control of your vehicle.

The Ghost is a tiny and completely sealed device that can be hidden in any area of your vehicle. The ghost 11 immobiliser's size is small, which makes it almost unnoticeable and will not cause any damage to your car in any way.