That tiny remote in your pocket can do far more than lock your doors—here are the hidden tricks most drivers never hear about.

To the consternation of some owners, Toyota's remote start key fob functionality requires a paid $8 per month subscription service, The Drive has discovered. The issue only applies to 2018 and later ...

Remember when BMW wanted to charge drivers to use Apple CarPlay? How about the subscription required for the Mercedes EQS’s rear-wheel steering functionality in Europe? It turns out that luxury ...

Automakers keep trying to get a piece of that sweet, sweet subscription income. Now, it’s Toyota’s turn. In terms of technology, this remote-start feature is no different from using the fob to unlock ...

Earlier this month, we broke a story about Toyota locking its key fob remote start function behind a monthly subscription. If owners of certain models aren’t actively enrolled in a larger Toyota ...

If you dread the thought of climbing into a sticky vehicle with burning metal seat belts during summer or trembling in your vehicle while you wait for it to heat up gradually during winter, you're in ...

If you regularly park in a crowded lot, you might be considering a remote vehicle starter for added convenience and security. Besides being easy to use, remote vehicle starters also allow your engine ...

A new seat recline motor fitted to 79,579 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs can fold the driver's seatback flat the ...

While you can program traditional ignition barrel-based keys in the car, modern smart key fobs need to be coded to the individual car's computer as that controls the security system. This means the ...