Keyless entry systems have been a standard feature on many vehicles for the past two decades. For the most part, not a lot has changed with the wireless remotes, known as fobs. They use a microchip ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. The days of replacing a car key by having an ...

Like anything powered by a battery, a car key fob can die—often at the worst time. Here’s how to change the battery in your key fob quickly and safely. Physical keys used to be standard, but today’s ...

Look in your pocket, purse, bag, or junk drawer and chances are you’ll find a key fob. The basic ones lock and unlock your car’s doors. The fanciest do much more. No matter which kind you have, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For the sake of convenience, the battery in your car's key fob is designed to last a fairly long time, usually up to around four years. The ...

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, ...

Remember when BMW wanted to charge drivers to use Apple CarPlay? How about the subscription required for the Mercedes EQS’s rear-wheel steering functionality in Europe? It turns out that luxury ...