The Autonox Knowledge Base

Vehicle security news, insights and expert advice

Vehicle security can be confusing...

One minute you’re reading about trackers, the next someone’s trying to sell you a system you’ve never heard of using enough acronyms to make your head spin.

This blog is where we break things down in plain English.

Real advice.

Real experiences from a man with over 21 years experience installing car security systems.

No sales waffle, just a few bad jokes along the way.

Why do I need to have security fitted on my Japanese import?

Mike

Published on: 16/07/2026

Why do I need to have security fitted on my Japanese import? why is my insurance asking for extra security on my import? we talk about all brands of thatcham immobilisers, like Autowatch, Viper, Meta and the difference between categories

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Why are keyless cars so easy to be stolen and what can be done?

Mike

Published on: 13/07/2026

Why are keyless cars so easy to steal How do they steal a car in under 90 seconds and how does a Autowatch Ghost stop it. how does a thief use a relay to clone my car key? how do I stop a thief from cloning my key here we discuss canbus immobilisers

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Is rural crime and agricultural crime on the rise?

Mike

Published on: 03/07/2026

How to prevent rural crime? What can I do to stop my equipment being stolen? We look at ways to prevent rural crime whilst being cost effective and easy to use

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Rural crime is on the rise- More than sheep in hoodies

Mike

Published on: 24/06/2026

A discussion on the ever rising problem of rural heft, discussion of solutions and problems.

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