Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost is the next-generation in car security. It is inaccessible to thieves and impossible for them to open the car without a specific pin code.

The system is built on your vehicle's CAN Data network and is silent therefore it is not detected by standard thieves' radio signals or diagnostic tools. The system does not require any electrical circuits to be cut.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

A Ghost Immobiliser can help safeguard your vehicle from theft by making it impossible to start the vehicle until a unique pin code is entered. It can be used for many different vehicles. Unlike the standard vehicle immobiliser, it doesn't need keys or fobs to operate. It is also extremely difficult to hack or bypass and operates in complete silence. This means that thieves will have to be quick to flee without being caught.

It protects against key locking, signal jamming, and spoofing. These are all methods that thieves have been using to unlock vehicles using standard immobiliser systems. The device also stops thieves from stealing your keys by sifting through your mailbox or gaining access inside your home to take the remote control. It will also prevent them from taking away your pride and joy in the event that they are able to gain access to the key since it blocks them from starting the vehicle without entering a code first.

A ghost 11 immobiliser immobiliser, unlike passive immobilisers, which require a fob or key to be in use to activate it they are designed to be completely sealed within the engine. It connects directly to the data circuits of the CAN in the vehicle. It makes use of buttons on the steering wheel or centre console, or door panels to create an unique pin code that you will need to enter before the engine starts. The system can also be put into service mode to allow your vehicle to start and drive for short amounts of time without the need for a pin code, but it will then leave service mode based upon speed and time.

It is not possible to hack or bypass the system even using high-tech equipment like code grabbing or RF scanners devices. It is also impossible to disable using an ordinary vehicle immobiliser since it doesn't send a signal like a standard one and only works by connecting directly to the data circuit in CAN.

As a result of its technological advancement and easy installation, the ghost immobiliser is now Insurance Approved by TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security System Association). We are a proud TASSA approved Ghost installer and can fit the device into your vehicle for insurance purposes.

How does a Ghost Immobiliser work?

In simple terms, an immobiliser functions by stopping your car from starting if the wrong fob or key is used. This is accomplished by sending an incorrect code from the key or fob to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU will not be able to recognize it and your car will not start. This is why it's crucial to ensure your car is equipped with an immobiliser installed by an established and trusted specialist.

At MotorGuard we are the Midlands' leading vehicle security specialists and installers. We offer an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a large selection of modern cars so you can be assured that your pride and joy is safe from thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobilisers and safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking and theft. It's designed to remain undetected by thieves since it doesn't use LED indicators or key-fobs, and can be hidden in the wiring of your vehicle, so that no additional hardware is required.

Once installed the system is connected to your vehicles CAN system and lets you create an exclusive disarm sequence that includes your own PIN code, which must be entered in order to drive the vehicle. This pin code can be up to 20 presses long to provide security. If you have forgotten your pin code or if the button has broken there is an emergency code that you can use. This will let your vehicle to restart.

It's because the Ghost immobiliser can't be bypassed or hacked that it is such a deterrent to thieves. In addition, it is also TASSA insurance-approved (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which could lower the cost of car insurance.

Ghost immobilisers continue to improve as technology improves. For this reason, we recommend contacting an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service immediately to ensure your pleasure is completely protected. Whether you're buying a new car, or are looking to upgrade your existing vehicle, you can rely on us to provide you with a top-quality service so that you can enjoy your joy and pride for a long time to be.

Is the Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that provides total protection against modern-day vehicle theft. It protects against key cloning, car hacking as well as ECU swapping. The new TASSA-verified Ghost-II system also offers vehicle marking, linking to the International Security Register and enabling your insurance company to verify that you have a Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents thieves from beginning your engine by having an unique pin code sequence to be entered or the presence of your smartphone with our Autowatch application before it can work. It functions as a pin number for bank cards, making it impossible for thieves to drive away with your pride and Joy without entering the correct PIN or phone. Our Ghost Immobiliser System is integrated into the CAN Data Network so there is no wire cutting needed and the system operates silently. It is inaccessible to thieves and cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners or code grabbing techniques that other systems employ.

When the Ghost is installed by our skilled fitters, it is completely concealed and inaccessible to the naked eye, it makes use of the buttons on your vehicle, such as those on the steering wheel, door panels and the centre console to generate an individual pin code sequence which must be entered before your engine can begin to run, just like a password on a bank account. Then, it is connected to your smartphone using the Autowatch app, allowing you to go into the temporary "Service or Valet" mode that deactivates ghost for up 30 minutes while you hand over your vehicle for transportation or service.

With the high degree of personalisation & modification being used in today's cars coupled with the fact that the majority of us are driving older cars, it's no surprise that the amount of stolen vehicles has risen dramatically. Many of these are expensive and rare vehicles that can take months to repair after being stolen so ensuring your car isn't at risk of becoming the next target is essential. Ghost immobilisers are an affordable investment that will keep your vehicle safe and could even help recover the vehicle in the event of theft.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser work by cutting principle?

Ghost immobilisers prevent your vehicle from starting until a PIN is entered along with your key fob. This stops thieves from cloning car keys or hacking the computer system of your vehicle. It also can help them leave the vehicle alone.

Once installed, your ghost immobiliser will generate an unique pin code that can be as long as 20 digits using the buttons of your vehicle (steering wheel or centre console, or door panels) which must be entered to start your car. The code sequence has to be entered each time you drive your car, just as a PIN or password on credit cards. This code can be easily reset by entering a number sequence in the Ghost app.

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN has two deactivation options for valet and services, that allow you to temporarily start your car without an access code - similar to a keyfob - while it is in a garage or at a valet parking service. The immobiliser will be activated when your vehicle is in a parking spot.

Unlike other security devices available, the Ghost is totally undetectable by modern thieves since it doesn't have any LED indicators and operates quietly using your vehicle's CAN data network. It is also not prone to the same types of circuit cut that are common to other security gadgets, since it does not use radio waves.

It can also be concealed and discreetly installed, making it difficult for thieves to detect and discover. It is also not detected by advanced scanning tools or technology for grabbing codes that are often employed to identify or disable security devices.

The Ghost is a high-quality modern, high-tech CAN bus immobiliser that provides the best security against key cloning, relay theft, and car hacking. It's simple to set up and is inaccessible to thieves. It can't be removed by simple wire cutting. This makes it an essential for any driver who wants to safeguard their vehicle.