Police informed her the thieves used an Autel scanner, a device commonly purchased on the black market that can turn any key fob into a universal device capable of connecting to any car.

Several car manufacturers require the use of special scan tools to reprogram their key fobs. Some license those tools out to locksmiths and auto repair shops.

While many car keys require a trip to the dealership and some cash to duplicate them, others are much easier. You can even ...

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A technology has to be very mature before auto manufacturers will build it in, particularly to replace such a critical component as the key or key fob.

Q: I want to get a key fob (I only have one) for my car. Can an aftermarket key fob be programmed by anyone other than the dealer? The dealer tells me it will cost $400 or slightly more.

The dealer is telling me it’s $600 for a new key plus $250 for programming. I see key fobs online for around $20.

In the Miami Valley, car thefts have spiked dramatically, increasing more than 200% over the last two years in the city of Dayton alone.

High tech thieves are now targeting push start cars hacking into key fobs leaving many car owners in New Orleans without a vehicle.