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 ...

A key fob, also called a keyless entry remote or keyless transmitter, controls your vehicle’s locks, trunk and alarm from a distance. Every key fob must be programmed to connect with a vehicle before ...

There is nothing worse than being stuck trying to open your keyless car with a car key fob only to discover that it’s not working. It is a wireless remote that can open your car doors, start the car, ...

Modern car key fobs are expensive to replace, often costing hundreds to over $1,000. Key fobs are complex computers requiring proprietary programming, usually by dealerships. Local locksmiths can ...

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And what you can actually do about it. Drop your phone, and your day’s ruined. Lose your car key, and your month might be. In 2025, replacing a modern key fob can cost more than buying a new iPhone.

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, ...