Hackers are using a custom Flipper Zero firmware to bypass security protections in automotive key fobs, putting millions of ...

One morning last week, about to drive his wife to work from their Elmvale Acres home, Marc Dionne opened the door to his 2014 Lexus sedan and had a nasty surprise.

In the U.S. and Japan, the tiny transmitter in the key fob typically uses a frequency of 315 MHz; in Europe, 433.92 and 868 MHz are commonly used.

The fob sends a signal to a receiver inside the vehicle that disarms the car’s lock system. Key fobs are part of what is technically known as the vehicle’s remote keyless system, or RKS.

Of course, programming a key fob won't take all day — but it's not a quick fix either. The time required to reprogram these devices depends heavily on factors like the vehicle's make and model ...

The woman admitted to not only leaving the Lexus unlocked, but also leaving the key fob inside the vehicle. Early the next morning, the woman’s husband discovered that the vehicle was missing.

The keyless car is a marvel of engineering. But how is it that they can start even when the battery in your key fob goes dead? The answer lies in science.

A MOTOR chief has revealed he keeps his keyless car fob inside a metal box in a microwave after thieves stole his wife's £50,000 car. AA president Edmund King has now urged other drivers to get ...

To replace the battery: Find the notch on the fob. Some fobs may require you to remove the interior key first. Gently pop the two halves apart. Remove the old battery and replace it with a new one ...

An ignition key point is also often covered by a piece of plastic, if your car has one. The DB9 in question did not, the fob has to be present and in working order for the car to start.