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The Function of a Car Alarm

The Function of a Car Alarm

There is a great feeling when you purchase your first vehicle. The feeling of excitement, empowerment, confidence, and freedom are just a few feelings. But owning a vehicle can bring daunting feelings of fear, confusion, or anger if it was ever broken into or stolen. No one wants to wake up in the mild of the night to the blaring alarm from your vehicle, but so many people do. Not every alarm is cause for alarm. Could be a stray cat jumping onto your hood, your neighbor's kids soccer ball hitting the side of your car door, some rude person leaning against your baby, or even a loud noise.
Texas was ranked #2 for the most vehicle thefts in 2017, and that is not good. So it is no surprise that millions of people invest in expensive alarms and lucky us, there are hundreds of choices for us to choose from. But my question is, how does it all work? Basically, it is a couple of sensors connected to a siren and are divided into two categories: OEM and aftermarket. OEM alarms are built into the vehicle at the factory and aftermarket is added security you buy to beef up the security of your car. Fun fact: the earliest version of a car alarm was invented by an automobile mechanic serving time in a Denver jail in 1913.

What It Consist Of

A car alarm consists of a few basic components. The brain/computer, sensors, radio receiver, auxiliary, and siren. The “brain's” job is to close the switches that activate alarm devices. Alarm sensors tell when someone is trying to break into the vehicle. Most common sensors are door, pressure, shock, and motion. The receiver allows wireless control from your key fob. The auxiliary battery is there to keep the alarm going if the main battery becomes disconnected. Sirens bring attention to your vehicle by making a distinct annoying sound. I other words, to make it all work a control unit that processes sensor inputs and triggers the alarm, a handheld transmitter that can arm and disarm the system, and a receiver that provides that information to the control unit.
The FBI reports there were an estimated 765,484 motor vehicle thefts nationwide in 2016. While car theft is still happening and it may be true that we have become kinda desensitized to the annoying sound of the alarm, having and using a car alarm never hurts.

Williams Group Auto

There is no doubt that car alarms are both helpful and annoying, but they have done more good than harm. Having a reliable alarm can save you thousands of dollars. And knowing where to go to purchase a certified pre-owned vehicle. Williams Group Auto has a large selection of reliable and affordable used vehicles in Abilene. Stop by and see us at one of our three locations or visit www.williamsgroupauto.com to check out our virtual showroom.

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