Putting keys in the refrigerator and wrapping them in foil: experts reveal best ways to protect your car from theft

Despite the efforts of automakers to provide their cars with reliable security systems, the level of car theft in the world is not decreasing. The question often arises: how to effectively protect your car from thieves?

The Sante plus publication has described a technique to counteract unauthorized access attempts. All you need is a universal tool that is widely used in the kitchen.

Why a remote control is not a guarantee of security

Back in 1978, Paul Lipschutz invented the PLIP system, which is simply a remote control for locking and unlocking car doors. The system sends infrared signals to the car and the doors unlock.

In 1995, infrared technology was replaced by a short-wave radio transmission system. That is, by pressing the remote control at a distance of 5-20 meters, a coded signal is emitted and sent to the receiving unit in the car. Since then, car manufacturers have been encrypting the signal to prevent its misuse.

How thieves still manage to steal cars

It is easy for thieves to break this "lock". Nowadays, there is a technique that allows you to strengthen the signal.

For example, you come home from work, park your car in the parking lot and go to your apartment. Thieves are waiting nearby to use the wave amplifier to break into the car and steal it.

To avoid being an easy prey for criminals, experts advise effective life hacks.

Aluminum foil

Wrapping your keys in aluminum foil will significantly reduce the signal strength. This will not be an absolute guarantee of security. According to drivers, this life hack, unfortunately, does not work for all cars.

Putting keys in the refrigerator

You can put the key in the fridge, which is another way to prevent thieves from using the code.

Yes, the idea may seem a bit absurd, but by keeping your keys in the fridge or freezer, you'll block the signal transmission. However, first you need to make sure that the key system will not be damaged by severe frost.

Putting keys in the microwave

A microwave oven, thanks to its metal body, will block the waves and interfere with the amplifier trying to receive a signal from the keys.

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