Armour Automotive Introduces Remote Engine Starter

During the winter months many British motorists will engage in the practice of turning on their vehicles’ engines well before departure time in order to remove the morning frost without manual scraping. The obvious resulting problem is that leaving a running car unattended invites the attentions of the criminal classes; Sainsbury’s Bank has recently published figures suggesting 66,000 vehicles are stolen in this situation. Vehicle accessories company Armour Automotive believes it has found a solution, announcing the launch of its new range of engine remote starter systems, available through the company’s Clifford brand.

Barry Davies, managing director, said: “The Clifford engine remote start solutions provide a convenient, safe and secure way of combating the affects of wintery weather conditions. Not only can they be used to clear ice from car windows, but also warm up a vehicle in preparation for a journey, so drivers and passengers can travel in comfort.”

Remote start technology enables owners to clear windows of ice and warm up a vehicle securely from the comfort of their home. The Clifford remote start systems use key fobs with ranges spanning more than 600 metres, depending on the requirements of the vehicle owner. The key fobs offer a selection of options including the engine remote start, keyless unlocking whilst running, rear window defrosting, car finder and boot release. The company says it integrates seamlessly into factory-fitted and aftermarket security systems. Doors remain locked while the remote start is running and the system cannot operate when a vehicle is in gear, making it impossible to be stolen.

The remote starters use interfacing technology to enable high levels of integration with almost all makes and models currently available in the marketplace. This simplifies the installation process by utilising effective bypass and OEM interfacing. The remote start technology is also effective at turning on air conditioning during the hot summer months, so motorists can reduce interior heat at the beginning of a journey too, explains Armour Automotive’s release.