Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
It only makes sense to safeguard our vehicles since they are an object of joy and pride. The Autowatch Ghost system is a discrete immobiliser that is connected to the vehicle CAN data network and functions via the ECU the car's 'brain'.
The device, which is similar to a PIN code on a credit card does not permit your car to move unless you enter the pin code sequence in up 20 presses.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators to indicate its location
The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone entering your vehicle since it does not utilize LED indicators or key fobs. The system makes use of buttons that are already in use, such as the centre console and door buttons as well as the steering wheel to generate an individual, custom-changeable pin code sequence that must be entered before the car starts. The system can be set to require up 20 presses before the engine can begin to turn on making it nearly impossible for criminals or cloners to hack into your vehicle.
Modern car thieves employ professional diagnostic tools to determine which security systems are in vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit signals like the conventional security systems do. Using sophisticated RF scanning, code grabbing technology and relay attack methods criminals can detect the kind of security system is installed in your vehicle. This will permit them to tamper with the immobiliser or alarm circuits to disable your system and escape with your vehicle.
In contrast to other immobilisers on market It is unique in that the Ghost is integrated into your car or van's CAN data network, which means it is nearly impossible to bypass and hack. The system also works with a variety of modern vehicles that do not have integrated key fob security. It is also used in electric cars and can prevent the vehicle from going into the "service valet" mode.
When it is installed by one of our fully qualified engineers, we offer the TASSA verified guarantee to give you peace of mind that the installation is secure and of the highest standards. TASSA is a group that strives to improve and maintain standards in the automotive security industry. They ensure that all their approved installers are DBS certified and fully trained certified, insured and insured for Ghost installation. You will also receive a Ghost emergency card, installation certification and owner's manuals. This will also make your car eligible for a significant reduction in your insurance premiums. This is due to the fact that your vehicle will be less likely be stolen and your insurance company will have a better time recovering.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is the original aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects your vehicle like no other available. It's not connected to LED indicators or key fobs but instead communicates directly with your vehicle's CAN system. This allows it to prevent the ECU from starting and stops the engine from running until the PIN is entered through the dash of the vehicle or via the steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it impossible for criminals to hack the system using relay attacks or any other means.
The system also has an Service and Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in garage for servicing or valet parking. The vehicle can be started for a short period while working and without the need to use the pin code or hand over the keys. It will then automatically disable itself once you return the vehicle.
The Ghost is a more secure alternative for classic, sports or prestige cars that need to be isolated from the battery when they are parked for extended periods of time. It is also unnoticed by modern RF scanning and code grabbing technology, making it extremely difficult for thieves to bypass or hack.
If you're looking for a complete vehicle security solution that will not only guard against hacking and key-cloning, but can also track your vehicle in the event of theft, we recommend considering one of our S7 tracker systems that work seamlessly with the Ghost to give you complete security. Installations are carried out by an approved installer from TASSA who is fully certified as well as insured and knowledgeable. Additionally, you will receive a Ghost emergency card, owner manuals and Installation certification.
Contact us to receive an estimate and book if you are interested in having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It is often a quicker option to book in advance instead of waiting until the last minute, when we are extremely busy. We will always try to get you in as quickly as we can.
No RF Scanning
Many thieves use sophisticated equipment to clone vehicle keys and steal cars. These systems are readily accessible on the internet and require little knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser cannot be detected by these cloning devices because it does not depend on the RF scanner.
Instead, the system utilizes the buttons inside your car to create a unique pin code push sequence. This is accomplished by using the buttons on your steering wheels or door panels, or centre console. It is also reversible and not a pin number like a remote key fob which makes it very difficult to hack.
The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and easy to use. It isn't dependent on a smartphone and can be used with a small, waterproof wireless tag, or the Apple or Android app (sold separately). You can switch to service mode using your mobile device and drive away. Then you can return the vehicle to valet-mode & disable your mobile. This is ideal for classic cars as well as prestige vehicles which are often taken in for service at dealer garages.
These CANBUS immobilisers can be connected to other security products like alarms and trackers (Brand dependant). This allows users to choose whether to put their tracker or alarm over the immobilisers on the CAN bus. This is particularly useful when you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker, since the tracker will be activated prior to the time Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers use the cars CAN data bus to stop the codes that are expected to be sent to the ECU and BCM controllers by the original remote keys, this stops them from starting the car or triggering the engine. These systems can also be used to add an extra layer of security to vehicles with remote controls that are factory installed (Brand dependant) and provide additional security for electric vehicles as well as keys-less entry vehicles.
The Autowatch Ghost will provide you with greater security on your BMW. It is nearly impossible to detect since it is hidden within the wiring. It does not use any LED indicators or keys-fobs, which helps to prevent a criminal from noticing its presence.
No Electronics Detected
As a top Thatcham installer, we install a revolutionary new product by Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It prevents Keyless Entry theft or cloning that is on the rise in modern automobiles. It is a secret system that doesn't use LED indicators or key fobs. It utilizes the buttons in your car's factory to create a pin-code push sequence that is specific to you and is required before your vehicle is able to start or move. If this sequence is not entered correctly the car will not start or move at all. Numerous insurance companies now require this device to be installed as standard, and it can often result in a reduction in monthly cost.
It does not require the cutting of wires in order to be connected because it is connected to the CAN data bus and operates through the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The unit cannot be detected using the kinds of diagnostic tools that thieves using high-tech use, and there isn't a way to detect the distinctive clicking sound of a traditional relay like on a more conventional security device. The Ghost Immobiliser can also be programmed into a service mode so that your vehicle can be started and driven without the need for a PIN code This is helpful for when you take it to the garage, or for a valet parking service or for valet parking services. The PIN code can be changed at any time to provide additional security.
The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means it's only available from fully certified installers. This offers a higher level of security. It also means that the Engineer who installs it is thoroughly DBS certified as well as trained and insured.
While it's not a substitute for an alarm system we always recommend you to combine it with other physical barriers like wheel clamps and crook locks as well as, if possible, a hidden GPS tracker such as Meta Trak VTS to provide the highest level of security available. ghost car immobiliser is especially important if you keep your keys in the ignition when it is not actually being driven as there are many methods that can be employed to trick the driver into thinking that they are in the vehicle, and allow theft to occur.