Gone are when you couldn't start your car's engine without a physical key. Modern vehicles today come with key fobs that are more useful than just starting your car and locking and unlocking its doors ...

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. A: It really ...

Despite the name, home automation doesn’t have to be limited to only the devices within your home. Bringing your car into the mix can open up some very interesting possibilities, such as automatically ...

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 ...

Q: My new car is from the same manufacturer as my previous one. And I still have the wireless key fob from the older car. Can I have it reprogrammed as an extra door opener? A: It is possible, ...

BMW 335i xDrive feels like the brakes are being lightly applied when driving in the rain. Should a seven-month-old Santa Fe have a dead battery after only two weeks of inactivity? Michelin tire on ...

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 ...