Car alarm installation done the right way Do CAN-BUS alarms require skill to install? Aftermarket CAN-BUS alarms in theory are much easier to install compared to none CAN-BUS alarm. On a very basic level is just a case of connecting…
Review of an alarm made in the last century The Cobra AK3198 was a Thatcham CAT 2-1 remote upgrade alarm. It was sold from 1995 to 2008 when it was replaced by the AK4198. The AK3198 was also known as…
The Vodafone Automotive 4824 immobiliser comes with 2 ADR cards which disarm the immobiliser when in range. The system is designed to work with any vehicle to offer convenient protection. The 4824 can also work as a basic CAN-BUS alarm.…
Mongoose MAP77 “4 Star Rating” How does the Mongoose MAP77 compare to the AVS C5? Back in 2014, I reviewed the AVS C5 CAN-BUS alarm and discovered it was a re-branded Tytan DS410. It only took a quick glance at the…
How much does it cost to install a car alarm? I’ve compiled some of the most frequently asked questions about car alarm installation costs. Whilst I can’t speak for other installers, I can give you my recommendations. Here is a…
Why Does My Car Alarm Keep Going Off? A car alarm should be reliable and not prone to false alarms. But if your car alarm is going off randomly then you’ll want to get it fixed pronto as it’s not…
The Vodafone Automotive 4822 Remote Car Alarm comes in 3 versions so you can pick the level of protection you require. Essential Enhanced Ultimate All 3 models come with two remote controls. There are both traditional analog inputs and CAN-BUS inputs…
The Vodafone Automotive 4822 CAN-BUS Upgrade Alarm offers 3 models to suit your budget and protection needs. Essential Enhanced Ultimate All versions integrate seamlessly with the vehicles existing keyless entry system using CAN-BUS. This allows you to use the alarm with the factory…
AVS S5 Alarm Review freshly updated for 2025 It’s one of the best known alarms here in NZ. So many car audio shops recommend it. But is it any good? Should you get one, and can you trust the marketing…
Best Car Alarm NZ Best Car Alarm NZ Best Car Alarm NZ Who makes the best car alarm in New Zealand? So you’ve just done a search for “Best car alarm NZ?” and you’ve probably found some other sites telling…
