Thieves use cutting-edge technology to steal luxury cars in seconds (Freepik)
Car thieves have been using high-tech devices to steal luxury vehicles quickly and quietly.
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Images from the West Midlands Police show criminals who, in just 60 seconds, gained access to a Mercedes parked in the owner’s garage overnight. Using relay devices, they captured the signal from the car’s remote control, unlocking it and starting the engine.
This type of theft is becoming increasingly common, and the thieves don’t even need to be inside the house to access the cars, as they can capture the key fob signal remotely.
In some cases, when the relay device doesn’t work, criminals resort to the traditional “hotwiring” method to get the car started. Recently, a BMW was stolen in just five seconds, and a gang in London managed to steal 170 luxury vehicles using a keyless device disguised as a Game Boy. Although these methods are sophisticated, some cars have security systems that can prevent theft, such as the “ghost” immobilizer.
The “ghost” immobilizer can be installed at an affordable cost and prevents the car from starting without the correct button sequence. When activated, it disables the vehicle’s ignition and forces the engine to shut off as soon as the accelerator is pressed. This type of technology has helped prevent major losses.
Source: The Sun | Photo: Freepik | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
