A car key is still an essential item in many vehicles, and one common mistake with how they're carried on various keychains is ruining ignitions.

The device thieves are using is not illegal on its own. It is something mechanics typically use. “They’ll have a blank key and they’re able to manipulate the system and reprogram this blank key ...

Modern car thieves don’t need to break windows or hot-wire ignitions anymore. They’re using relay attacks to steal keyless entry vehicles in under 30 seconds, often while you’re sleeping upstairs.