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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Corey Williams

Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves

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Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat the ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal.

It is the latest cat-and-mouse move that the automaker hopes will help customers avoid the costly and frustrating process that occurs when vehicles are swiped and includes a feature that won't allow an engine to start even if a key fob is in the pickup.

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