That little remote packs a whole lot of power. Here's what you never knew about that humble key fob dangling from your ...

Car theft isn’t just a broken window anymore, and a key fob protector can be a cheap way to fight back. The modern version is ...

In the Odyssey, Homer repeatedly describes the spreading light of a new day as “rosy-fingered dawn.” The dawn of subscription-based vehicle features is upon us, but instead of rosy fingers, these are ...

Learn how to store digital car keys on your Android smartwatch. Unlock and start your BMW, Kia, or Pixel-compatible car using ...

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 ...

To the consternation of some owners, Toyota's remote start key fob functionality requires a paid $8 per month subscription service, The Drive has discovered. The issue only applies to 2018 and later ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jim Gorzelany is a veteran automotive journalist. Car thieves are going high-tech to break into and drive away cars without so ...

Those with the remote engine start (RES) feature for their vehicle will tell you it's a joy to have, especially in very hot or frigid weather. This king of all convenience features allows a car owner ...

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — You’re rushing to work, the gym, or the grocery store when it happens — you press your key fob, and nothing. No clicks, no unlock, no start. If your car key fob battery has died ...

The electric Porsche Cayenne adds a smart everyday feature: the frunk can be opened directly with the key fob, making access ...

WTF?! Owners of certain Toyota vehicles are confused at a not-so-new subscription service the car manufacturer has in place. It seems that those who have been enjoying the remote start feature on ...