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New $5 device easily unlocks car doors - is Prius immune?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by SCote, Nov 1, 2013.

  1. SCote

    SCote Fuel economy scientist :-)

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  2. JMD

    JMD 2012 Prius 4 Solar Roof

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    They cracked the car code. Another reason to keep valuables out of the car
     
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    We have never locked our prius. Though I understand there are places where you need to.

    Keeping valuables in your vehicle is a mistake.
     
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    We need more information about what this device is and how it works before anyone can say which cars are vulnerable.

    My local news carried a similar story many months ago, reported from another state, but I've seen no followup.
     
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    Even if it does open a Prius, it doesn't make it any easier to steal. If all they want to do is get in and steal your stuff, a locked door has never stopped them before.
     
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    The linked article is extremely vague... "The new device can be purchased online for about $5 and sends an electromagnetic pulse through a car’s key area to unlock the vehicle."

    Without additional info- it's impossible to draw any reasonable conclusions.
     
    #6 ny_rob, Nov 1, 2013
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