If you've been wondering whether that replacement car key came from the OEM or a third-party company, finding out is fairly straightforward.

And what you can actually do about it. Drop your phone, and your day’s ruined. Lose your car key, and your month might be. In 2025, replacing a modern key fob can cost more than buying a new iPhone.

In recent years, car key fobs have become less focused on the key itself and more focused on the technology that can be placed within the fob. Featured Video Now, some key fobs don’t even have keys, ...