The Locksmith Journal Nov-Dec 2013 - Issue 29 | Page 62

AUTOLOCKSMITHING SPONSORED BY KEYPRINT ZEDBULL UPDATE FROM HICKLEYS The latest update for the Zedbull has extended the cloning applications still further. Now it is possible to clone the Texas 8C transponder mainly used in Mazda and some Ford applications says Hickleys. This new cloning ability is carried out simply and quickly without the need of a PC, Internet, or going to the vehicle. Hickleys commented: “It is a simple read and write process and it is done.” The transponder used is a Z8C carbon transponder and fits any make of aftermarket key shell. To upgrade your Zedbull to Clone 8C transponders, contact Hickleys who will order the software. A token update will then get the software on your unit. Price £185 Z8C transponders £10.95. [email protected]. www.hickleys.com OVERSEAS NEWS - USA US thieves targeting pickups with keypad entry It may seem to be a convenience to pickup owners, but it appears that within areas of the USA thieves are deliberately targeting these vehicles as they believe there’s a strong likelihood that the owners have left the keys inside the vehicle. 62 THE NOV/DEC 2013 ISSUE SPONSORED BY ADVANCED KEYS “They’re punching out the key opening and then from there they’re taking a screwdriver and opening the door,” said Cpl. L’Jean McKneely of Baton Rouge Police. Because the transponder key is then likely to be left inside the vehicle by the owner, the thief simply needs to locate the key to disable the immobiliser and drive away. ‘Owners have left the keys inside the vehicle’ To read more, visit www.locksmithjournal.co.uk