Immobilisers Reduce Theft—Here’s the Proof
“A systematic review of 16 international studies found that electronic immobilisers as vehicle anti-theft solutions were successful in reducing vehicle theft in 15 cases.”
— Brown, Reviewing the effectiveness of electronic vehicle immobilisation
“Electronic immobilisers lowered vehicle theft rates by about 40% between 1995 and 2008.”
— Economic Journal study on engine immobilisers
Vehicle theft isn’t a myth. In 2024 alone, over 850,000 cars were stolen in the U.S., averaging one vehicle every 37 seconds.
With TSR1‑B or T‑Relay, Topflytech brings the power of proven immobilisers into your fleet—mobilizing safety before theft happens.
How Vehicle Anti-theft Solution Works
Smart Relay + GPS Tracker Integration
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Activate via platform or SMS: Send command or wheel ignition logic binds via BLE to GPS tracker.
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TSR1‑B (wireless): Discreetly hidden—no wiring to follow.
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T‑Relay (hardwired): Installed inline with ignition/fuel circuit—always connected.
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Engine stops when no signal: Relay disables ignition—or fuel line—until authorization is restored.
Recovery and Theft Prevention
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Vehicle immobilised on-the-fly stops thieves instantly
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Remaining GPS tracking allows recovery
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Deterrent effect: thieves avoid immobilised targets, reducing theft attempts
Key Advantages
| Feature | TSR1‑B Wireless Relay | T‑Relay Hardwired Relay |
|---|---|---|
| Concealability | ✅ High | ⚠️ Lower |
| Installation complexity | ✅ Easy | ⬆ Tech install |
| Always connected | ❌ Battery/maintenance | ✅ Direct power |
| Anti-theft reliability | ✅ Excellent | ✅ Highest |
Key Benefits
Smarter dispatching: Know which driver is where, instantly assign tasks
Stronger security: Stop unauthorized vehicle access before it happens
Easier fleet audits: Generate automated logs of driver/vehicle usage
Emergency response: Drivers can trigger SOS in one press
Flexible integration: BLE pairing works across our full GPS tracker lineup
Use Case: Anti-Theft with Engine Relay Integration
Connect T-Button with a relay to build a Driver-Authorized Engine Control System:
Driver presses the button before ignition
Tracker confirms authorized BLE ID
If valid, relay closes circuit and allows engine start
If invalid or missing, relay breaks fuel or ignition path
Perfect For
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Commercial fleets worried about hijacks
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Rental agencies and shared vehicle platforms
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Construction equipment operators
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High-risk vehicle deployments in remote areas
