Keyless entry was supposed to make your life easier. It did — and it made a thief’s life easier too. The relay attack requires no breaking, no alarm, and no key. It takes under 60 seconds. And the equipment costs less than a tank of gas
1M+ vehicles stolen in the US in 2023 alone 60 sec average theft time — no key needed 90% vehicle recovery rate with GPS tracker The Threat You Can’t See
Most drivers assume that a new car with keyless entry is safer than an older one. The reality is the exact opposite. Over one million vehicles were stolen in the United States in a single year.The relay attack has become one of the most common theft methods across North America and Europe — and it requires no forced entry, no broken windows, and no alarm trigger.