It started as one of those annoyances that feels almost cute—until it doesn’t. The key fob that normally unlocks the doors ...

What is a key fob, anyway? A key fob is a small remote device that allows you to control a keyless system. With a key fob, you don’t need an actual key to get into your car. The key fob uses radio ...

When it comes to the panic button on your key fob, you probably fall into one of two camps. You either know it's there but have never used it beyond the occasional accidental press, or you've used it ...

A "key" feature of today's car keys is not having to physically touch them to enter or start the car, thanks to developments like RFID proximity technology (which is short for radio frequency ...

If you've been wondering whether that replacement car key came from the OEM or a third-party company, finding out is fairly ...

Your car is always listening. Not for your voice, like the Amazon Echo or Siri, but for an electronic signal, such as the coded "unlock" signal from your electronic key fob. If it's a newer car model, ...

Digital keys, phone apps, and smart tech are changing how we access our cars. But as convenience rises, are we giving up ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Today’s new cars pack in more high-tech ...

Your car is always listening. Not for your voice, like the Amazon Echo or Siri, but for an electronic signal, such as the coded “unlock” signal from your electronic key fob. If it’s a newer car model, ...

Always-on key fobs present a severe weakness of your car's security. As long as your keys are in range, anyone can open the car, and the system will think it's you. That's why newer car models won't ...