Thieves in Chicagoland can steal cars in just minutes using cloned key fobs. Here's what police say drivers should know.

Chicago police recently seized a vehicle key fob programmer used to steal cars through a method known as key fob cloning.

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Thieves are exploiting keyless entry systems or reprogramming vehicles after break-ins, police in Southern California cities ...

While it's expensive to replace a lost car key fob, there are cheaper options. “The cost to replace the latest key fobs can cost as much as $400 or more depending on the brand. Then add another $20 to ...