Old-school key fobs only let drivers lock or unlock all four doors at once, but today’s vehicles include a more flexible safety feature. “One of the main things people don’t know is that you can ...

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Your key fob may work from far away, but a few things can kill its range.

Three cheers for automotive minutiae! Earlier this week we asked you to indulge in some automotive minutiae and share with the class what they think are the best car key fobs, and I'm surprised by ...

During the past twenty years the locks and security systems for cars have undergone an incredible transformation from simple mechanical keys to sophisticated keyless entry systems that have often been ...

Using a relay device, car thieves can amplify the signal from your wireless key fob, even if it is inside your house, and use it to unlock your car. Storing your key fob in a Faraday bag or using a ...

The home automation sector's move to the mainstream has introduced consumers to innovative new products from startups and industry stalwarts alike, one being the Kevo lock from Kwikset, a ...

Remote operation of door locks is all but universal today. Click a button on the key fob, or on the key itself, and doors open or lock. Battery powered, these miniature radio-wave transmitters have ...

A MOTORS expert has revealed that your key fob may allow you to personalise your motor to your own driving preferences. Your car key fob may be able to do a lot more than just open or lock car doors ...