The AK4218 is an upgrade alarm from Cobra which is designed exclusively for Toyota models that have a remote key. It replaces the discontinued AK4147 and is very similar to the brilliant Cobra AK4198. The main difference being is that it works with the Toyota remote rather than a…
Compact car alarm The first thing that strikes you about the Autowatch 279RL is just how small it is. It really is tiny and is less than half the size of the AVS 3010 or the Mongoose M20. In fact,…
Cobra AK4138 remote car alarm and immobiliser When it comes to high-end vehicle security, the Cobra AK4138 stands in a league of its own. Combining the advanced features of the AK4198 and the 8509, this system delivers a full Thatcham Category 1…
Why the AVS 3010 is the best alarm in the AVS Range The AVS 3010 is the entry-level alarm from AVS. It is a non-“Star rated” system, yet despite this, I believe it to be the best alarm in their…
Discontinued alarm system As of January 2026 the AK4615 is no longer available. It has been replaced by the 4822 CAN-BUS alarm. The Vodafone Automotive AK4615 CAN-BUS alarm is really taking alarm technology to a new level. Not only does…
Note: The Cobra AK4147 is no longer available and has been replaced by the AK4218 The Cobra AK4147 is an upgrade alarm that has been designed to work with Toyota’s. It is truly unique in how it works as it reads the signal from…
The Cobra AB7928 has been around for a good 10 years now, but despite its age has features which are sadly lacking from most of the rival brands here in New Zealand. Ultrasonics come as standard along with a digital battery back-up siren.…
Autowatch Car Security The 446RiS is an insurance standard (4 star) alarm/immobiliser made by Autowatch. The 446RiSG is the same alarm but with an added glass break sensor, and the 446RiSU comes with ultrasonic sensors. The Autowatch has most of…
The Cyclops 3 Series is a Insurance rated car alarm and dual circuit immobiliser. It is basically the same as the 7 series but without the transponder remote. The TX-111 remote is a simple yet practical two button design which allows the user to silent arm the…
Mongoose M80 Series review The M80 Series is the flagship car alarm from Mongoose. I has just had a revamp along with the M60 Series with new remotes and extra features. The M80 now has a three-button remote with an added panic…
