6 crafty ways thieves will steal your car and parts
If you’re anything like Kim, you’ve poured a ton of time, money and love into your cars. That’s why it’s devastating when you slam the gas pedal and your car refuses to start, screeching instead. When you hear that roar, consider it a calling card from a carjacker.
Thieves are cutting out catalytic converters across the country. State Farm alone saw a 293% increase in converter theft claims from mid-2020 to mid-2021. Not only that, but car thieves are also using Apple AirTags to steal cars. Tap or click here to find out how.
Since used car prices are through the roof, you need yours to last as long as possible. Luckily, we’ve got some gadgets and tips you can use to keep your car safe.
1. Key signal blocker
Key fobs are handy, but thieves can trick your car into thinking the fob is present. Tap or click here to find out about the security flaw in key fobs that lets hackers unlock your car.
Fortunately, there’s a way you can isolate and block the signals thieves use. Aluminum foil can do in a pinch. It blocks some of the signals, but you need something more sturdy for complete protection.
We recommend taking it a step further and using a faraday cage. If you didn’t know, this is a shield that blocks electromagnetic fields. If thieves try to pick up and relay signals from your key, this gadget shuts them down:
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If you want to learn more about how hackers use electromagnetic signals to manipulate your car, we get it. Tap or click here for seven clever ways hackers are stealing keyless cars.
2. Go a step further to secure your keys
Now you know all about keyless car theft. Don’t forget about the old-fashioned methods, either. If you post your car key online, a criminal can use that picture to create a real-life replica.
If you ever lose or misplace your key, you should be on the lookout for thieves. This is especially true if your vehicle is older and only uses traditional keys. Follow some common-sense precautions, too.
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