Don't panic if your key fob dies and you don't have a replacement battery. These little-known methods will get you back on the road.

Key fobs spend a lot of time in our pockets, in our hands, and in the bottom of our bags, so it's no surprise they pick up ...

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.

They’re small, they’re convenient, and, according to security researchers, they’re extremely hackable. The car key fob doesn’t exactly have the greatest reputation when it comes to digital ...

Here’s what to do if your key fob battery dies and you can’t get into or start your car. 1. Check for a Manual Key Hidden in the Fob. Most modern key fobs, even for push-to-start vehicles ...

Copying a key fob signal and stealing a car can happen in 20 to 30 seconds, according to the Master Locksmiths Association in Warwickshire, England. Tips to protect key fobs to prevent car theft ...

Levente Csikor, a researcher at I2R, A*STAR, explained that RKE systems use a rolling code. The key fob and the car have a counter that increases each time a button is pressed.