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Starting today you should start wrapping your key in aluminum foil.

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# **Starting Today, You Should Start Wrapping Your Key in Aluminum Foil – Here’s Why! 🔑✨**

It might sound like something out of a spy movie, but wrapping your **car key in aluminum foil** is a real, practical tip that can help **protect your vehicle** — and potentially save you from a costly mistake. If your car uses a **keyless entry system** or a **smart key fob**, this simple hack could be a game-changer.

Let’s uncover why more people are starting to do this — and why **you should, too**.

## 🚘 The Problem: Keyless Entry Theft

Keyless entry systems are incredibly convenient. With your smart key in your pocket or bag, you can unlock your car doors and even start the engine without ever touching the key. But this convenience comes with a security risk.

**Thieves can use radio signal amplifiers and relay devices to “trick” your car into thinking your key is nearby — even when it’s inside your house.** In seconds, they can unlock your car and drive away without smashing a window or forcing a lock.

This type of theft is called a **relay attack**, and it’s becoming increasingly common with newer vehicles.

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