Thatcham cat1 alarms - Avital

Avital Maxx1

An entry level Thatcham 1 rated Avital Maxx 1 alarm system perfect for those people who require a high level of security on a restricted budget. The Avital Maxx1 alarm and immobiliser system still has many of the leading features of it's bigger brother Maxx series models, including the AviGlo glow in the dark and waterproof remote controls whilst retaining a distinctly Avital Maxx1 modest price tag.

Avital Maxx3

Avital's range-topping Maxx3 alarm system is Thatcham Category 1 approved which is the world's most rigorous testing standard for any security device. A fully featured multi channel alarm and immobiliser the Avital Maxx3 covers all points of entry to your vehicle and gives internal passenger compartment protection as well. With a host of output options the Avital Maxx3 is the ideal combination of European style security with USA style convenience options.

Avital security

Avital alarms delivers the ultimate auto security value and performance by integrating high-technology, state-of-the-art microprocessor circuitry and high-volume productivity to produce exceptional remote controlled vehicle security systems that are as easy to use as they are affordable. The Avital systems we install are Maxx1, Maxx2 and Maxx3. Avital alarm security systems all operated via handsome, ergonomic and waterproof AviGlo™ transmitters in either 2, 3 or 4-button configuration. Amongst these Avital systems the three Maxx systems have passed the stringent Thatcham tests (the UK insurance industry's test house), and may qualify you for reduced premiums as a result.

Thatcham information

The Thatcham organisation was established in 1969 by British Insurers and are best known for testing vehicle security systems and testing seats for whiplash prevention. Thatcham also provide about 70% of the data that insurers use to define a car’s insurance grouping and also test and accredit crash repair parts and vehicle repair technicians. The Research Council for Automobile Repairs (RCAR) was founded by Thatcham and they are members of the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) since 2004. The Thatcham Centre is independently operated with a Board of Directors drawn from amongst the 31 insurer members who fund the work. Thatcham is a not-for-profit organisation and the main aim is to carry out research targeted at containing or reducing the cost of motor insurance claims, whilst maintaining safety and quality standards. The Thatcham Centre is well equipped with a range of collision repair equipment which is used for both research and training purposes and in 2004, Thatcham achieved ISO9001:2000 accreditation.