Imani Tech is the GTA Online vehicle customization system from The Contract update, run by hacker Imani out of the Celebrity Solutions Agency. As of April 2026, 20 vehicles in GTA Online support core Imani Tech upgrades, with three modifications available: the Missile Lock-On Jammer ($400,000), the Remote Control Unit ($235,000), and Armor Plating ($150,000).
Imani Tech is the single best defensive system in GTA Online for players who deal with Oppressor MK2 griefers. The guide below covers how to unlock it, all three upgrades, the best vehicle picks, and whether it's worth the investment.
What is Imani Tech in GTA Online?
Imani Tech is a vehicle parts manufacturer in GTA Online that provides defensive customization through the Agency Vehicle Workshop. Imani is one of the main characters introduced in The Contract update, working with Franklin Clinton at the Celebrity Solutions Agency. Her modifications focus on survivability rather than speed, designed to keep your Personal Vehicle alive against missiles and explosives.
How to unlock Imani Tech
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A 40-serving Energy Formula tub is the right call for the long Agency grind sessions ahead.
Step 1: Complete The Contract DLC introduction
Start the Contract storyline and progress until you meet Imani working with Franklin. The introduction missions are free and play out automatically once you launch GTA Online with The Contract update installed.
Step 2: Buy a Celebrity Solutions Agency
Open Dynasty 8 Real Estate on your in-game phone and purchase one of the four Agency locations. Prices range from $2,010,000 to $2,830,000.
Step 3: Buy the Agency Vehicle Workshop
Add the Vehicle Workshop upgrade to your Agency for $800,000. The Workshop is the only place Imani Tech can be applied. Drive any compatible vehicle in and select the Imani Tech option from the modification menu. GTA+ members can also apply Imani Tech upgrades at the Vinewood Club Garage to purchase a Missile Lock-On Jammer. You need to own an Agency property to use the Vehicle Workshop or have GTA+ and use the Vinewood Club Garage. Same update extended Missile Lock-On Jammer eligibility to 50 additional vehicles, plus the Terrorbyte at $425,000. Worth at least a sentence acknowledging the GTA+ alternative.
All Imani Tech upgrades and costs
Three upgrades are available, with fixed prices across all eligible vehicles. As of April 2026, 20 vehicles in GTA Online support core Imani Tech upgrades, with the list expanding through new DLC drops, including Bottom Dollar Bounties.
Missile Lock-On Jammer ($400,000)
Prevents homing missiles from locking onto your Personal Vehicle. The single most useful upgrade for surviving public lobbies, especially against Oppressor MK2 griefers who rely on lock-on missiles for kills.
Remote Control Unit ($235,000)
Let's you remotely drive your Personal Vehicle through the Interaction Menu. The vehicle must be your Personal Vehicle, externally parked (not in a Garage or Bunker), and within range. Visibility is locked to first-person and forward-facing.
Armor Plating ($150,000)
Adds visible armor plating to vehicle doors and increases explosive resistance. With Armor Plating applied, 100% Armor upgrade installed, and a player inside, the vehicle can withstand up to 11 homing missiles or 3 RPGs. Electric vehicles withstand 11 RPGs due to the lack of a fuel tank.
The Missile Lock-On Jammer and Remote Control Unit cannot be equipped at the same time. Armor Plating stacks with either.
Best Imani Tech vehicles to buy
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Five vehicles consistently rank as the best Imani Tech picks for most playstyles.
Grotti Itali GTO Stinger TT ($2,380,000)
Widely considered the best Imani Tech vehicle in GTA Online. Combines elegant Ferrari Roma styling with strong Sports class performance, plus Armor Plating, Missile Lock-On Jammer, and a Proximity Mine. Available from Legendary Motorsport.
Bravado Buffalo STX ($2,150,000)
The fastest Muscle car in GTA Online and Franklin's Agency Car. Features: Armor Plating, Missile Lock-On Jammer, Proximity Mine, and front bumper-mounted machine guns. The trade price of $1,612,500 unlocks after VIP Contracts.
Ocelot Virtue ($2,980,000)
Electric supercar inspired by the Lotus Evija. Includes Armor Plating, Missile Lock-On Jammer, and a Proximity Mine. Free if you complete all Last Dose missions as a leader.
Annis 300R ($2,075,000)
Armored Sports car based on the 2023 Nissan Z. Requires 12 homing missiles to destroy with full Armor. Strong all-rounder for the price.
Mammoth Patriot Mil-Spec
Weaponized off-roader styled after the Hummer H1. Slowest Imani Tech vehicle, but the most durable. Best pick for survival-first players.
The right gaming gear setup makes a real difference for the long PvP encounters where Imani Tech vehicles earn their keep.
Is Imani Tech worth it in GTA Online?
Yes, Imani Tech is worth it for any player who spends time in public lobbies. The Missile Lock-On Jammer alone saves hundreds of thousands in lost vehicles to Oppressor MK2 griefers across a single play session. Total investment for a fully equipped Imani Tech vehicle, plus Agency, plus Vehicle Workshop runs roughly $5-6 million, but pays for itself in survivability within weeks. Staying focused during long gaming sessions matters when the lobby gets aggressive.
Lock In, Stay Locked
Imani Tech turns vulnerable Personal Vehicles into rolling fortresses. A scoop of a clean energy formula before a lobby session keeps reaction time sharp during the moments where one missed dodge means a destroyed vehicle. Keep a classic flavor on the desk and rotate in a new arrival when the grind starts to feel like a job.
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you get Imani Tech in GTA Online?
Complete The Contract DLC introduction, buy a Celebrity Solutions Agency from Dynasty 8 Real Estate ($2.01M-$2.83M), then add the Vehicle Workshop upgrade for $800,000. Drive any eligible vehicle into the Vehicle Workshop to apply Imani Tech upgrades.
Q. How many Imani Tech vehicles are there in GTA Online?
GTA Online has 20 vehicles that support core Imani Tech upgrades as of April 2026. The list expands with new DLC updates. A larger pool of vehicles supports just the Missile Lock-On Jammer feature.
Q. What is the best Imani Tech vehicle?
The Grotti Itali GTO Stinger TT ($2,380,000) is widely considered the best Imani Tech vehicle, combining top Sports class performance with full Imani Tech treatment, including Armor Plating, Missile Lock-On Jammer, and a Proximity Mine.
Q. How much does the Missile Lock-On Jammer cost?
The Missile Lock-On Jammer costs $400,000 fixed across all eligible vehicles. The upgrade prevents homing missiles from locking onto your Personal Vehicle and is the most popular Imani Tech option.
Q. Can you have a Missile Lock-On Jammer and Remote Control Unit on the same vehicle?
No. The Missile Lock-On Jammer and Remote Control Unit are mutually exclusive. Armor Plating stacks with either option, but you must choose one of the other two.
Q. Is Imani Tech worth it in GTA Online?
Yes, for any GTA Online player who spends time in public lobbies. The Missile Lock-On Jammer alone protects against Oppressor MK2 griefers and saves significant money in vehicle replacement costs over time.