CINCINNATI — Just like everyone else, car thieves are using technology to make their job easier, and anyone who uses a car fob to unlock or start their car could be at risk.

What You Need To Know

  • Ohio is one of the top 10 states in the nation for car theft, according to the National Crime Bureau
  • Kias and Hyundais have been a target, but now other cars are at risk  because of new technology

  • The new technology intercepts key fob signals which allows thieves to unlock and start your car

Thieves are using a device to intercept a nearby electronic key fob signal. It allows them, if they're standing close enough, to unlock and possibly start your vehicle. Experts said there are relatively easy steps you can take to prevent it. 

You can use a key fob blocker pouch, or move the location of your keys in your house.

“We have it set further in the house now, and that way, it’s no way near the front of the house,” said Neal James, Golden Key Locksmith employee. “So with any luck that’s far enough and we won’t have an issue.”

Law enforcement also suggest that you use a steering wheel lock to prevent criminals from stealing your car.