Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves

Ford’s Stolen Vehicle Services, which was launched with the 2024 F-150 model year, added a “Start Inhibit” feature that ...
Los Angeles Times

Thieves are stealing keyless cars in minutes. Here’s how to protect your vehicle

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Car thieves are using tablets and antennas to steal keyless or “push to start” vehicles, police warn, but there ...
Jalopnik

What Actually Happens If You Leave Your Key Fob Behind While Driving

Starting your vehicle these days involves considerably more technology than in the days of simply inserting and turning a mechanical ignition key. The physical key has given way to push-button start, ...
WFSB

Thieves are cloning key fobs for certain vehicles in order to steal them, experts say

LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) — Car thieves are using key fob cloning technology to steal vehicles in Las Vegas, according to authorities. DMV officials said the word has been spreading on how to do it, ...
NBC Los Angeles

Locksmith explains why it's easy for thieves to steal high-end cars

After thieves stole high-end cars, using technology like antennas and tablets, one locksmith said Thursday the devices can be purchased by anyone, making newer car owners vulnerable to such thefts.
SlashGear

If A Dealership Wants To Charge You Hundreds To Program A Key Fob, You Might Want To Try This Instead

In a world in which new cars now cost upward of $50,000 on average, annual maintenance bills are creeping up to four figures, and such outlays don't seem to be getting cheaper any time soon, a ...