Immobilisers

At In Car Advancements, we offer a specialised range of Thatcham-approved and CAN-bus immobilisers, designed to combat all forms of key cloning and key scanning. These systems use highly secure and straightforward disarm methods, such as a coded touch key or the use of specific vehicle buttons to input a custom disarm code. This means that without the correct coded key or securely entered code, the vehicle simply cannot be started—even if the key has been cloned. By preventing unauthorised access at the root, these immobilisers provide one of the most effective solutions for vehicle security.

Immobilisers such as the Autowatch Ghost are becoming increasingly popular for keyless vehicles, offering robust protection against advanced theft methods like key scanning—where thieves amplify the vehicle key’s signal—or key cloning via the vehicle’s OBD port. Additionally, we provide ADR (Automatic Driver Recognition) immobilisers, which rely on a small ADR tag. This tag must be within range for the vehicle to start and drive. If the tag is not detected, the system will instantly immobilise the vehicle upon motion, offering an extra layer of anti-hijack protection on compatible vehicle models.

One of the key advantages of our immobilisers is their automatic arming feature, which activates within 3 to 30 seconds (depending on the specific system, such as Thatcham Cat 2 or Autowatch Ghost) after the ignition is turned off. This ensures your vehicle is protected every time you leave it, with no need for manual intervention. Systems like the Thatcham Cat 2 immobiliser feature all-black wiring, making it extremely difficult for thieves to follow or bypass. Meanwhile, the Ghost and Starline immobilisers take security a step further with no visible LED indicators, making it nearly impossible for thieves to trace or tamper with their wiring.

CAN-bus immobilisers are particularly effective as they block the vehicle’s data communication when the ignition is turned on, preventing the vehicle from starting. Systems like the Pandora Storm offer dual-layer protection by combining CAN-bus immobilisation with traditional analogue immobilisation, cutting the vehicle’s wiring for an added layer of security. These cutting-edge technologies ensure that even the most sophisticated theft attempts are thwarted.

Immobilisers offer unparalleled advantages for protecting your vehicle, particularly in an age where keyless theft methods are increasingly common. They provide peace of mind by ensuring that your car or van cannot be started or driven without proper authorisation. With options like anti-hijack functionality, automatic arming, and integration with your vehicle's existing buttons or tags, immobilisers provide a proactive approach to vehicle security. Whether you choose the Autowatch Ghost, Pandora or another trusted system, you’re investing in a proven method to keep your vehicle safe from modern theft techniques.