What is a Thatcham Category 2 alarm?

Thatcham Category 2 is an immobiliser-only category – alarms are not awarded this status. Just like Thatcham Category 1 systems, a Thatcham Category 2 device has to isolate at least two circuits or systems, or one vehicle control unit that’s required for the car to run properly.

Does my car have a Thatcham Cat 2 alarm?

Car companies fit as standard a Thatcham category 2 immobiliser or category 1 alarm to nearly all new cars built for the UK market. Privately imported car models or older cars will have no Thatcham approved security at all so your insurance company may ask for an aftermarket alarm or immobiliser to be fitted.

How do I know if I have a Thatcham device?

Finding out if your car has one fitted can be done quickly and easily by checking your vehicle handbook. This means that they have been approved by The Thatcham Motor Insurance Repair Research Centre, which is an organisation connected to safety and security equipment for cars and other motor vehicles.

Does a Thatcham alarm reduce insurance?

Thatcham is an independent institution that rates car security and helps car insurance companies factor this into their price calculations. A Thatcham approved device is therefore more likely to lower the cost of your insurance.

What do you need to know about Thatcham Category 2?

Just like Thatcham Category 1 systems, a Thatcham Category 2 device has to isolate at least two circuits or systems, or one vehicle control unit that’s required for the car to run properly. Again, it has to be passively set.

Which is better a Thatcham immobiliser or an alarm?

Both an alarm and an immobiliser are important security devices for vehicles and work together to protect your possessions and the vehicle itself. Is Thatcham 1 or 2 better? A Thatcham Category 1 device includes both an immobiliser and an alarm, whereas Category 2-rated devices relate to only immobilisers.

What do you need to know about Thatcham devices?

What is a Thatcham device? Thatcham devices are the alarms, immobilisers and other vehicle security devices that are assessed by Thatcham Research. They give these devices a Thatcham Security Certification after an assessment of their features and functions.

Which is vehicle security system does Thatcham use?

The vehicle security systems listed in this document have been evaluated by Thatcham Research at Thatcham as directed by the Insurance Industry’s Steering Group.