Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
It is only natural to safeguard our vehicles since they are an expression of joy and pride. The Autowatch Ghost system is a subtle immobiliser that connects to your vehicle CAN data network. It operates through the ECU, your cars 'brain'.
The device is akin to a pin code on a credit card, will not allow your car to move until you enter the pin code in a sequence of up 20 presses.
No Key Fobs or LED Indicators to indicate its location
The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone who enters your vehicle since it does not use LED indicators or key fobs. The system makes use of buttons on the steering wheel, centre console, or door to generate a unique pin code that must be entered in order for your car to start. The system can be set to require up to 20 press of the buttons before the engine will start making it virtually impossible for thieves to duplicate your key or hack your vehicle.
Modern car thieves are able to use professional diagnostic tools to determine which security systems are installed in vehicles, but the Ghost does not transmit any signals as conventional security systems do. Using sophisticated RF scanning, code-grabbing technology and relay attack methods criminals can detect the kind of security equipment is in your vehicle. This allows them to alter 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 incorporated into your car or van's CAN data network, so it is near impossible to hack and bypass. The system is also compatible with a number of modern vehicles that don't have built in keyfob security. It is also used in electric cars, and it can even prevent the vehicle from going into the "service valet" mode.
After installation by our fully qualified engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to ensure it is safe and up to standards. TASSA is an organization that is responsible for maintaining and improving standards in the automotive security industry. They ensure that all of their approved installers have completed DBS checks and are certified, insured and trained to install the Ghost. They will also supply owners instructions, installation certificate and an emergency card for Ghost. This will also make your vehicle eligible for a significant reduction in the cost of your insurance. This is due to the fact that your car is less likely to be stolen and it will be much easier for your insurers to recover.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is the first aftermarket immobiliser for CAN buses that safeguards your vehicle like no other available. Unlike other aftermarket car security devices, it's not connected to key fobs or LEDs and works by communicating directly with the vehicles CAN system. This allows it to prevent the ECU from starting and stops the engine from running until an individual PIN is first entered via the vehicles dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it impossible for criminals to hack into the system using relay attacks or any other method and can't simply be disabled by pressing several buttons as in older systems.
The system also has the Service and Valet mode which is activated when the vehicle is in garage for servicing or valet parking. This allows the vehicle to be started temporarily whilst being worked on without the need to hand over keys or use the pin code. It then it automatically turns off when the vehicle is in your possession.
This makes the Ghost a much more car ghost immobiliser secure option for classic, sports or prestige automobiles that require battery isolation when parked for extended periods of time. It is also undetected by modern RF scanning and code grabbing technology, making it extremely difficult for thieves to steal or hack.
If you're looking for a comprehensive vehicle security system that not only protects against key-cloning and hacking, but can also track your vehicle in the event of theft then we recommend considering one of our S7 tracker systems, which work seamlessly with the Ghost to give you total peace of mind. All of our installations are completed by a fully qualified, experienced and insured TASSA approved installer and you will receive full demonstrations of the product prior to handing it over with owner's manuals, installation certification, and an emergency card for Ghost.
Contact us to receive a quote and book if you are interested in having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It's usually a better option to book ahead rather than leaving it until the last minute when we're extremely busy. We'll do our best to get you booked in as soon as we can.
No RF Scanning
Many thieves use sophisticated equipment to clone car keys and steal cars. These systems can be easily accessible on the internet and require only a few basic skills to operate. The Ghost immobiliser is not detectable using these devices since it doesn't depend on RF scanning.
Instead the system uses the buttons inside your car to create an individual pin code push sequence. This is done using the buttons on your steering wheel or door panels, or the centre console. It is also reversible and not a pin number like a remote key fob which makes it extremely difficult to hack.
This makes the Autowatch Ghost very secure and extremely simple to use. It isn't dependent on smartphones and can be used with a small waterproof wireless tag or Apple or Android app (sold separately). You can simply switch into service mode with your mobile device, leave the car and then return the vehicle to valet mode & disable your phone. This is a great option for classic cars and prestige cars that are often maintained by dealer garages.
Brand-dependent, these CANBUS immobilisers are compatible with other external security devices like alarms or trackers. This allows the user to choose whether or not they want their alarm or tracker to be the first priority over immobilisers CAN bus. This is particularly useful in the event that you have a Thatcham approved Tracker, since the tracker can be activated prior to the Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers block codes that were sent by the remote keys that were originally used to the ECUs and BCM controllers. This stops them from activating the engine or starting the vehicle. These systems can also be used to provide an extra layer of security to cars with remote controls that are factory installed (Brand dependent) and provide additional protection for electric cars and those with keyless entry.
The Autowatch Ghost will provide you with an increased level of security for your BMW. It is virtually impossible to notice because it is concealed in the wiring. It doesn't have LED indicators or keys-fobs, which helps to prevent the criminal from not noticing its presence.
There are no electronic devices to be Detected
As a top Thatcham Installer We install the groundbreaking new product called the Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch which prevents Keyless Entry theft and cloning which is increasing in modern automobiles. It is a covert device that doesn't rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It makes use of the factory buttons that are in your car to create an unique pin code sequence that you can push. This is required to start or move the vehicle. If this sequence is not correctly entered, the car will not begin or move at all. A lot of insurance companies require this device to be installed by default, and it can often result in a reduction in monthly costs.
It is not required to cut any wires to connect it, as it connects to the CAN bus and operates through the ECU. The device cannot be detected using the diagnostic tools that high-tech thieves use, and there isn't a way they can listen for the telltale clicking of a traditional relay, as they would in a conventional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be configured to a service mode, which allows your vehicle to be started without the PIN code. This is helpful when transporting it to garages or a valet parking service. The PIN code may be changed at any time to provide added security.
The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means that it is only available through fully certified installers. This gives you the highest level of protection and also ensures that the Engineer who installs is fully DBS verified and insured. They are also trained and certified.
Although not a replacement for an alarm system we always recommend combining it with other physical barriers, such as wheel clamps and crook locks and, if you can, a hidden GPS tracker like Meta Trak VTS to give you the best level of protection available. This is important, especially in the event that you've put your keys in the ignition when the vehicle isn't being driven. There are many ways to trick the driver to believe that the keys are inside the car, and thereby allow theft to occur.