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We believe no car should be stolen. With that belief in mind, we sell and install an anti-theft device with an unparalleled track record. The Ravelco Anti-Theft Device has been around since 1976, sold over 5,000,000 units without ever having a vehicle stolen by defeating the device. We can protect your vehicles. About the Ravelco Anti-Theft Device This small device is installed in the dash. Remove the plug and the vehicle will not start. The Ravelco offers an unbeatable combination of sturdy construction, secure technology, and ease of use. Designed to work AGAINST the way thieves steal vehicles Thieves go straight to the car’s weak point to steal it: the wires under the dash. Every wire they need to start the car is there. This is also where EVERY alarm and other theft prevention device is wired. Inside the passenger compartment, thieves are hidden from view. The Ravelco is different from other car security devices. Underneath the dash, the Ravelco wires are protected with steel, so thieves can’t get access to them. Even if they did, all the wires are the same color, and there is no pattern to follow. Thieves are forced OUTSIDE the car to work in the open. Inside the engine compartment, all the wires are hidden inside the factory wiring, disguised to look like factory wiring, or put out of view behind engine components. Thieves don’t want to stand outside the car with the hood open, unraveling your car’s electrical system and removing engine components, where anyone can easily see them. Thieves want to get in your car and be gone within 5 minutes. With a Ravelco Anti-Theft Device installed, they can’t.
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23623 N Scottsdale Rd, 85255, Scottsdale, United States
- 1-866-664-6894
- info@nohotwire.com
- nohotwire.com
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Communications with the company have been excellent
Communications with the company have been great. I ordered the system online and within 10 minutes and after hours I recieved a call acknowleging the order and setting up an installation time. There was constant communication letting me know when the installer would arrive. Installer arrived on schedule and took the time advertised to install the system. The installer Richard, explained the system fully.
Peace of mind
Very professional service. Nothing is ever 100% but this company is. Definitely recommend to everyone I know.
I think the product is an excellent…
I think the product is an excellent value for the price. The peace of mind that it gives me is priceless. I only wish that the parts came in a black color so that it would blend in with my very expensive black leather interior. It could blend in much better if it were black. Also, because it's so low under my dashboard, it's difficult to see at night. It would be a nice option to add a a light ring to the exterior of the outlet. Overall, I'm extremely happy with my purchase and the service that I have received. Thank you.
This is a great product and service!
This is a great product! Someone tried to steal my previous Jeep and were unsuccessful thanks to the Ravelco product. The at-home installation makes this purchase so easy!
Great Product!
I have a "RIG" set-up on my Truck. Never need to worry about Theft again! Love this device! I have been a victim of stolen vehicle in the past, this is the best preventative masure a person can take! Great experience, professional, fast, and secure. Highly Recommend!
GR COROLLA
Very satisfied client here, Sam was able to schedule my GR COROLLA within the week of purchasing my car.
Renee did a fantastic job, very meticulous with his work. Explained to me how to use the product.
Seriously, the wires are hidden but if you find them… Looks factory👍
Thank you
The installation went seamlessly
The installation went seamlessly. The technician was friendly and thorough and finished the job in about an hour and a half.
I have an '05 F-150-easy pickings for…
I have an '05 F-150-easy pickings for thieves. I did a lot of research and came across California and Arizona Ravelco and decided to go with them and have their system installed.
The installer, Adam, came right on time and did an excellent job. I feel a sense of relief, knowing that my car is seriously protected now.
Added travel fee.
I requested a quote from this company for the install on my vehicle. I even gave them the city that I was in. They quoted the advertised price and said that they would come to me for the install. Then in a subsequent email, they decided to add $100 to the install for a trip fee. Here is what it says on their website.
The installation is included in the price of the Ravelco for the following major metropolitan areas.
Mobile Installation Coverage Area
Greater San Francisco Bay Area
Greater Los Angeles/Orange/Inland Empire Area
San Diego Metro Area
Sacramento Metro Area
Stockton to Fresno Area
Phoenix, Tucson, Arizona
Specifically says that installation is included in the price and that the Phoenix/Tucson area is included. It does not say Phoenix or Tucson. I am in Casa Grande which is right in the middle of that area.

Reply from California and Arizona Ravelco
Ravelco is a life saver! Repeatedly!!!
Ravelco is a life saver! I have a 2002 Chevy Silverado Z71 4x4. After having out Honda Accord and Ford F-250 stolen within 3 months. I found Ravelco and had my Chevy done with this product. On 5 different occasions, the same guy, I have him on camera, tried to steal my truck. While I had to replace my door lock and window several times, he never got my truck. In California this is a hot item since construction guys use them. I stand by this product! All of our vehicles have Ravelco now. Loosing vehicles is stressful, costly, and not a victimless crime. So I can park my truck knowing that unless they have a tow truck, that it’s not going anywhere. I can actually sleep at night instead of jumping up to check at every little sound. Thank you Ravelco. Every vehicle should have this.
Easy process
The installation process was very smooth with great communication from the office lady and the installer. The ravelco was professionally installed to a factory level and works as intended giving me a peace of mind that my ram TRX is protected from low life car thieves
These folks are outstanding
These folks are outstanding. Spoke directly with the owner Rick and I can say without passion or prejudice he is an honorable man. Deal went down like clock work.Ordered on weekend. Monday got a call to setup the install. Adam the installer who is a wonderful kind man did the flawless install. Adam took great care installing and spent the time to make sure I was happy. Most important. The product is as advertised. No plug. No start .Amen
System works very well
System works very well. Installer was upfront and very easy to work with. The installation went very well and the installer was very clear in explaining how it worked and it works as he said. All in all it was a good experience.
Great company! Great product!
Staff were very responsive and communicated effectively. Installation was done professionally and correctly. The product works as advertised.
Just had a Ravelco installed (2025)
Just had a Ravelco installed (2025). Installer was in a rush to take his wife/gf somewhere, whom he brought with him to work. I specifically asked installer to center plug which was agreed upon. Installer didn't center plug, which looks off. Installer lied about the situation when confronted. Installer was asked to remove panel and prove his claims, which were a lie.
Ravelco owner provided small discount after complaining. However, installer initially wanted to abruptly remove harness and leave site with a hole in my car per Ravelco owner directive (good cop/bad cop game?). Installer then scratched inside of engine compartment in an "alleged" retaliatory action. No engine compartment protector was used except for an old dirty wool sweater. Installer commented that Ravelco apparently doesn't supply installers with proper tools.
In fact, the installer actually waited for me to inspect engine compartment before closing it and said, "what do you think?". I said nothing to avoid another arguement.
Although Ravelco may be a superior product to other anti-theft devices, the company appears to be held hostage to installers who simply don't care. And this problem isn't specific to Ravelco. It's a nation-wide issue that has spread like a virus due to how modern-day corporations treat their employees. There's very little to no loyalty and pride in work. It's just a job due to low wages.
So, what can be learned from this experience? Watch your installer as a parent would a child. Children need direction, advice, positive reinforcement and redirection when necessary. Ask questions and set the tone for a good install experience.
Would I purchase one again? Yes...but I'll request for a different installer. The problem isn't the product. It's how it's installed.

Reply from California and Arizona Ravelco
It works and I am so grateful!!
Last year my car was stolen so when I bought a new one, I knew I wanted to protect it. I found out about Ravelco and got it installed on my new car. This morning, someone tried to steal my new car by using a fob cloner. My car unlocked but they couldn't get it to start. I happened to be walking out right during the attempted theft. I am so grateful I got this device installed on my car so I didn't have to go through the pain and heartache of another stolen vehicle. Installation was quick, easy, and professional. The installer placed it right where I asked and it's not very noticeable. The challenge is that lining it up to plug in the device can be tricky. Some days, I do it quickly, while other days I struggle for several seconds. I wish there was more than one way to line up the plug that made it quicker to plug and go. I also wish it came in other colors or there was a way to decorate the plug. But those things aside, I am grateful the device did what it was supposed to do and saved my car from being stolen. I highly recommend getting one of these!
Peace of mind
Quick installation, easy to use setup, provides a peace of mind that your car will be there when you get back. Would recommend to anyone who wants to protect their vehicle from theft.
This extraordinary company made me feel…
This extraordinary company made me feel very secure. I have zero concern about parking my car, anywhere, if I remove the Ravelco clip and leave my radio one no concern at all about my car not being exactly where I left it. Thank you Ravelco what a dream of an installation process, too.
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