Rising Trend of Keyless Car Theft and How a Ghost Immobiliser Can Help
Smartphones have become our go-to convenience for any task of our daily lives and contributes to around 90% of those tasks. Now, the latest innovation making its way into the automotive world is keyless car technology.
But first, what are Keyless Cars?
With keyless cars, you can control all your vehicle’s activities whether it is unlocking, rolling down windows or any activity. There is a rising trend in modern cars where they have switched technologies into switches or buttons which allow you to unlock the doors or roll down the windows: without needing a key.
Virtual car keys have emerged as the new frontier in automotive technology. With the ability to lock, unlock, and start the car using just the smartphone to the rising demand for convenience and enhanced security, virtual car keys are gaining traction worldwide.
But in contrast to leveraging these technologies, Last year’s figures of the UK showed a massive increase of 59 per cent in keyless car theft, and the insurer predicts numbers will be even higher by the time 2025’s figures are totted-up.
Keyless car technology was designed for convenience, allowing drivers to unlock and start their vehicles with the push of a button. But while this innovation makes life easier, it has also opened the door to sophisticated theft techniques. Criminals are now using relay attacks to steal cars in seconds, without ever needing the key.
This is where Advanced Telematics steps in, offering cutting-edge security solutions that go beyond standard vehicle protection. With Ghost Immobilisers incorporated within GPS trackers, and real-time monitoring services, we ensure that your vehicle stays exactly where you left it and keyless car theft don’t stand a chance.
How Keyless Car Theft Works?
Keyless car theft, also known as relay attack, is a method where thieves use signal amplifiers and relay devices to intercept the communication between your key fob and your car. Here’s how it happens:
- A thief stands outside your home, using a relay device to pick up the signal from your car key inside the house.
- The signal is transmitted to an accomplice standing near your car.
- The car “believes” the key is present and unlocks, allowing the thief to drive away, all in under 60 seconds.
With insurance claims for stolen vehicles rising, drivers are increasingly turning to Advanced Telematics for solutions that prevent theft before it happens.
How Ghost Immobilisers play a pivotal role in combating Keyless Car Theft?
According to data from Tracker Network UK, 110 keyless vehicles were stolen in April 2024 alone, more than doubling from 47 thefts in April 2023. With figures like these, protecting your vehicle becomes more crucial than ever.
At Advanced Telematics, we provide industry-leading Ghost Immobilisers, a next-generation security system designed to block thieves from driving off with your car even if they manage to unlock it.
- Undetectable Security – Unlike traditional immobilisers, a Ghost Immobiliser has no visible indicators, making it impossible for thieves to locate or disable.
- Unique PIN Code Start – The car will only start when the correct PIN code is entered using pre-set vehicle buttons, ensuring that even if thieves steal your keys, they can’t drive away.
- No Radio Frequency Signals – Unlike key fobs, the immobiliser doesn’t emit signals, preventing hackers from intercepting or cloning access.
Some of our trusted ghost immobilisers we offer:
Whether you’re in Manchester, West Midlands, or the North West, our expert mobile installation service ensures top-tier protection wherever you are.
1. Ghost Immobiliser & Scorpion S7 Tracker is a powerful two-in-one security system, combining Thatcham Accredited S7 Tracker for real-time monitoring, ‘No PIN, No Start’ Ghost Immobiliser for ultimate theft prevention and 24/7 European monitoring & mobile installation at your convenience.
2. Scorpion S5 Tracker & Ghost 2 Immobiliser is a premium security solution for insurance-approved protection, featuring: Scorpion S5 Tracker + Ghost 2 Immobiliser for double-layered security, Automatic Driver Recognition (ADR) for added anti-theft protection.
3. Ghost Immobiliser: For those looking for stealth security, the Ghost Immobiliser is the ultimate solution for Undetectable, CAN Bus technology – No signals, no hacking risk along with personalised PIN entry using dash buttons – Only you can start your car.
How Advanced Telematics Helps Secure Your Vehicle?
We understand that car security isn’t just about reacting to theft, it’s about preventing it. At Advanced Telematics, we provide seamless security solutions to ensure that your vehicle is always protected:
1. Effortless Real-Time Tracking:
Real time tracking gives you the benefit of managing multiple trackers simultaneously, on a single platform. Moreover, you can also access full journey history and replay routes without having the need for any extra installation or software.
2. Geofencing for the win:
One of the most significant features Advanced Telematics provides is: geofencing. It is a modern approach which lets you set virtual boundaries so that if your fleet moves outside the marked zones, you get an instant alert.
3. Thatcham & Insurance-Approved Security:
Your security and savings are our topmost priority. Our GPS trackers work with Thatcham approved systems which lowers your insurance premiums.
4. Nationwide Installation by Experts:
Advanced Telematics’ installation is accessible across every part of the country. No matter where you are, our engineers are not only professionals but Tessa approved, which basically means you don’t need to worry about any installation troubles.
You can also choose installation as DIY(do it yourself) or the most chosen professional installation. It comes at no extra cost or additional charges, so that you get an expert setup for all your safety concerns.
5. Tailored Solutions for Every Need:
Tailoring to our customers’ every need, we customise our services to match your requirements. Whether it is vehicle security or managing a large fleet, we have got it all, with no compromise in your safety, ever.
Car theft is no longer just about breaking windows and hotwiring engines. Criminals now exploit technology to steal vehicles in silence, often without leaving a trace. Don’t wait for an unfortunate event to highlight the importance of vehicle security.
Opting for security never goes out of style and Advanced Telematics ensures you are always ahead in this trend.
Protect your vehicle before it’s too late.
Visit our website today to get the Ghost Immobiliser professionally installed and secure your vehicle against keyless car theft.