For instance, if you see someone trying to steal your car, you can press the panic button on the key fob, which will activate your car's alarm system.

If you're looking to pick up a new key fob, or repair one, you might wonder how long programming it takes and whether or not you can do it yourself.

Ford has filed a patent for a system able to prevent vehicle key fob relay attacks by using a new authentication system which makes a thief’s job a lot harder ...