A Bridgeview locksmith is the latest victim in what is an increasingly common crime: stealing tools that make new key fobs for cars.

Virginia Thieves could use a key fob programming tool to steal your car, police warn These key programming tools can be purchased online anywhere. They can range from $60 to $600.

Teen arrested in stolen car with a dozen key fobs, slew of vehicle theft tools Inside the teen’s backpack he was carrying was a key fob programmer, 12 key fobs, two temporary tags, a window ...

High-tech car theft on the rise, these are the most vulnerable models Suspects can steal cars in seconds with a key-fob programmer in their hands, police say the crime is on the rise.

As an example, I am evaluating a scan tool from Xtool, which can program some fobs that would normally take a trip to the dealer or an automotive locksmith.

Recent reports have raised red alarms about the ability for a tech-savvy thief to hack into a vehicle's key fob, but experts say those instances are extremely rare.

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.

Detroit — A driver was arrested Thursday after fleeing from state police and a car key fob programming tool was found with him in a house on the city's west side, officials said.