🚨 Police Warn: Protect Your Car Keys from Hackers!
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Modern keyless cars emit radio signals your car uses to unlock automatically.
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Thieves use relay attacks: one device captures your key’s signal at home, another unlocks your car—often in under 30 seconds.
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Aluminum foil hack: Wrap your key fob in foil to block signals (Faraday shield). Cheap, simple, effective.
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Alternatives:
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Faraday pouches or signal-blocker cases
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Store keys away from doors/windows
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Disable keyless entry if your car allows it
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SUVs, push-start cars, and luxury vehicles are the most targeted.
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Police report up to 60% increase in keyless car thefts in some cities.
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Bottom line: A $0.30 foil wrap could stop a $30,000 theft.
💡 Tip: Protect your keys, prevent theft, and keep your car safe.
