Imagine waking up to find your car—your trusted companion—gone. No glass, no forced entry. Welcome to the age of keyless car theft.
Modern key fobs constantly send low-level radio signals to your car. Criminals can use cheap devices in a “relay attack” to capture and replay that signal, unlocking and driving away in less than a minute.
The fix? Surprisingly simple—wrap your fob in aluminum foil. Foil acts like a Faraday cage, blocking signals from being intercepted. For a sleeker option, use a Faraday bag—small pouches designed to block electromagnetic signals, available for under $20.
Seniors are often targeted because thieves know we keep cars in driveways, own newer vehicles from family gifts, and leave keys near doors.
To protect yourself:
- Use foil or a Faraday bag.
- Keep keys away from windows/doors.
- Add a steering wheel lock.
- Park in secure, well-lit areas.
Until automakers make anti-theft tech standard, prevention is your best defense. A little foil today could save you a car tomorrow.
