The Importance of Immobilisers
Whether you are looking for an effective way to avoid car theft, or you simply want to reduce your insurance premiums, the addition of an immobiliser to your vehicle is an effective way to secure your possessions. An immobiliser will disable key components, such as the ignition, to prevent ignition sparks or block the engine in a short time after a car has been hijacked. These devices are also effective in helping to recover your stolen vehicle.
Prevent ignition spark or block the engine within a short time after hijacking
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Disable key components
Having a car immobilizer is one of the most effective ways to protect your vehicle from theft. It prevents your engine from starting unless you have a coded key. The key fob contains a transponder chip that stores a security code. When the key fob is inserted into your ignition, the chip transmits the security code to the engine’s computer.
Immobilizers are now mandatory in many countries, including Australia, Finland, Germany, and the United Kingdom. They’ve been in place for about a decade, and have been shown to help reduce car crime. But they can also be frustrating. If you lose your key or your vehicle is stolen, you’ll need to remove the immobilizer and replace it. There are several ways to do this, and you may be able to get the ECU (Electronic Control Unit) replaced without having to take your vehicle to a dealer.
One of the most common reasons immobilisers fail is that you have an incorrect key. This can be due to a lost key, or a malfunction in the wiring of the ignition.
Allow police to recover a stolen car
Having your car nicked is a traumatic experience and it will be on your mind for a long time to come. So what is the best way to go about it? Thankfully there are many things to do to ensure your car gets home safely. One of the best ways to go about it is to utilize the latest technology in car security. For example, a class 5 tracker will not only track your car from afar, but it will also lock you out of your car if it gets too close to the highway.
This makes your car safer to drive and less likely to be nicked. In fact, it’s the best way to make sure you get home in one piece. That’s not all, a class 5 tracker will also help you to get a good night’s sleep and keep you safe on your way to the nearest big city.
Reduce insurance premiums
Adding an immobiliser to your car is one of the most effective ways to reduce your insurance premiums. Immobilisers prevent cars from being started without a digital key. They are also a deterrent against car theft. Cars with engine immobilisers also protect against hot-wiring by thieves.
The best way to keep your car safe is to secure it in your garage when you are not using it. In addition, a visible steering wheel lock can deter thieves. Handbrake locks also help reduce the risk of theft. Other car security measures can also reduce your insurance premiums.
Many insurance companies will offer lower premiums for cars with a factory-fitted Thatcham-approved immobiliser. These devices are generally more desirable than aftermarket models.
Another way to reduce insurance premiums is to upgrade your car’s alarm. An aftermarket alarm isn’t as effective as a factory-fitted system, but it can be a good option for cars that don’t have immobilisers.
