Battery Back-up Sirens
A battery back-up siren is quite simply a siren with a battery integrated into it. Its purpose, in addition to making a noise when the car alarm is triggered, is to sound if the main vehicle battery is disconnected or…
Julian
Hi, I'm Julian, the owner of Obsessive Vehicle Security which I started in April 2008. I've had a variety of jobs over the years all focusing on vehicle security including working for the NZ Police.
Why Does My Car Alarm Keep Going Off?
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…
Fiat Ducato Alarm Installation Guide [2006-2024]
About the Fiat Ducato (3rd Generation) The current Fiat Ducato, now in its 3rd generation, was released in 2006. It’s also sold as a re-branded Peugeot Boxer, a Citroen Relay, and a big list of other names which I’ll list at the…
Nissan Caravan Security – NV350 Alarm Upgrade
I recommend upgrading the Nissan Caravan Security System. Here I explain the NV350 alarm upgrade options available to protect against theft. The Nissan NV350 was released in 2012. The current van (E26) is the fifth generation Nissan Caravan; it’s also sold as…
7 modern car theft methods – How thieves target keyless cars (and how to stop them)
Keyless theft – How is it done? All of the modern car theft methods explained here target keyless cars which often only have one layer of security. The not so secure smart key. If your car has a smart key…
IGLA Ghost Immobiliser – IGLA 200 – IGLA 231
The IGLA Ghost Immobiliser is better known as the Autowatch Ghost II. It is a CAN-BUS Immobiliser that digitally prevents the vehicle from starting. “IGLA” (игла) is Russian for “needle” which is an appropriate name as it is very small…
4822 Remote Car Alarm
The Vodafone Automotive 4822 Remote Car Alarm comes in 3 versions to protection the level of protection you need. Essential Enhanced Ultimate All 3 models come with two remote controls. There are both traditional analog inputs and CAN-BUS inputs so it’s…
4822 CAN-BUS Upgrade Alarm
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…
Mongoose M60G Review
Is the Mongoose M60 the most outdated car alarm in New Zealand? Here is my updated Mongoose M60G review for 2025. It’s been around for a long time now and has not aged well. How Mongoose are still able to…
Remote Double Tap Module
What is a remote double tap module? A remote double tap module is a custom made circuit designed to make factory central locking systems more versatile. Why did I invent the remote double tap module? One of the most restrictive…
