Empire State Building Car Zap Mystery


	Empire State Building Car Zap Mystery

BartendingBear

2-2-2008 8:11 PM

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BartendingBear says:

Automotive experts and engineers believe the problem stems from radio frequency interference that’s “jamming” the remote keyless entry systems of cars.

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2-3-2008 12:48 AM

anthonyo

It's obviously a scam pulled by the towing companies to get more business.

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