Category Archives: Car Security News

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NZSA Standards……

Posted on May 27, 2011 by obsessed

So, time for the more telling parts from the NZSA meeting last Friday. First off it was great to put some faces to all the names. The good news is that Greg Watt’s (NZSA CEO) does appear to care and promised … Continue reading →

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NZSA Meeting… Friday 20th May!

Posted on May 6, 2011 by obsessed

Finally I have had confirmation that there will be a meeting for the Vehicle Security Group of the NZSA. True to his word, Greg Watts has invited me to attend and has offered a free lunch (as if there is … Continue reading →

Posted in AVS, Car Security News, Meridian, Mongoose, NZSA, Uniden | 13 Comments

No April Fools Joke This Year!

Posted on April 1, 2011 by obsessed

Last year the website crashed as it could not cope with all the traffic following the Obsessive Closure Post. It was an obvious April Fools Gag as it was filed under “Just for Fun” and “Muppets”, but that didn’t some … Continue reading →

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Goal for 2011 is to raise NZSA Standards

Posted on March 19, 2011 by obsessed

Following on from the Email To Greg Watts of the NZSA post, I feel it’s about time for a quick update on how my attempts to improve NZSA standards are going. I have just sent the below email asking for … Continue reading →

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Criminals Defeating Immobilisers!

Posted on January 22, 2011 by obsessed

Here’s an interesting read about Immobilisers in Europe which was drawn to my attention by a blog readers email. (Thank you Rochelle) In short it states that after 16 years of Vehicle Theft declining in Germany the tide is now … Continue reading →

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“NZ rating system for alarms is a crock of shitemonkeys…”

Posted on December 24, 2010 by obsessed

Not my words, but I do have to agree with the above statement! I keep a keen eye on what is being posted on the car forums and normally spot any incoming links to the website.  This comment on the … Continue reading →

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Is the NZSA Website to cryptic?

Posted on November 30, 2010 by obsessed

The header on the NZSA website states that: With New Zealand Security Association you can….. Spot the difference Click on the image above to Spot the dog, I mean spot the difference The thing is, I really don’t get it? … Continue reading →

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Warlocks – Cowboy Alert!

Posted on November 27, 2010 by obsessed

In a previous post I mentioned that Warlocks were using “Obsessive Vehicle Security” as a key word on their website. Of course I’m flattered by the gesture, however I am concerned that they appear to still be trading, despite being … Continue reading →

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Even the Car Thieves Agree…

Posted on June 14, 2010 by obsessed

Here’s a story from the New Zealand Herald, that proves that most alarms are not effective unless they are installed to a high standard. Even the best alarms offer little protection unless the installer is competent. Sadly most installers are … Continue reading →

Posted in Car Alarms, Car Security, Car Security News, Immobilisers, Installers, NZSA, Thieves | 1 Comment

Report a Stolen Car

Posted on May 17, 2010 by obsessed

The spotter.co.nz website allows you to report if your car has been stolen and offer a reward for its recovery. Whilst it is probably preferable to have a quality security system installed to prevent your vehicle getting pinched it may … Continue reading →

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