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More than a million UK drivers at risk of car theft due to expired product
Tempcover said 1.5 million drivers could face rejected claims if worn pouches fail to block keyless fob signals.
- New research from Tempcover indicates more than 1.5 million UK drivers risk rejected insurance claims due to degraded Faraday pouches that lose effectiveness over time, leaving vehicles vulnerable to theft and owners legally exposed.
- Halfords buyer Claudia Rennie explained that Faraday pouches experience degradation through wear and tear, not shelf time; the inner metallic lining can crack or rip, allowing signals to leak and enabling so-called "relay attacks."
- A Tempcover survey of 2,000 drivers reveals that 27% of motorists never test if their device works, while up to 70% of vehicle thefts involve keyless entry models, leaving owners financially exposed.
- Tempcover insurance expert Jake Lambert warned that insurers may deny claims under "failure to take reasonable care" clauses if drivers neglect security. Relying on a degraded pouch could be seen as a policy failure.
- Lambert urged motorists to test pouches by placing keys inside and standing near the vehicle to verify effectiveness. Avoid overstuffing or washing the device, as moisture compromises the conductive material needed to block signals.
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