What Is Proximity Key?
by Corry Williams -
A proximity key (also named Keyless Go, Push-to-Start, Smart Key or Push Button Start.Keyless Access.Keyless Entry) is a device that permits a automatic door access and ignition mechanism in your car.
When owner is within the relevant frequency range, the intelligent key transmit radio frequency waves with your motor vehicle to unlock and lock doors and trunk and even to start the engine having the key in the pocket.
In 1998, Mercedes-Benz was the first auto manufacturer to outfit this platform in the automotive industry.
Presently, vehicle drivers can take advantage of proximity keys and push-button start ignition on most vehicles and use operations like power windows, automatic door opening or closing, mirror adjustment, motor vehicle anti theft protection and many more.
key-less entry platforms on various auto makers
- Mazda: Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System
- Acura: Keyless Access System
- Nissan: Nissan Intelligent Key
- Suzuki: SmartPass Keyless entry & starting system
- Dodge: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Chevrolet: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Toyota: Smart Key System
- Buick: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Mitsubishi Motors: FAST Key System
- Subaru: Keyless Smart Entry With Push-Button Start
- Hyundai: Proximity Key and smart entry key
- Chrysler: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Infiniti: Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push-button Ignition
- Jeep: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Pontiac: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Ford: Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Lincoln: Intelligent Access System
- Cadillac: Adaptive Remote Start & Keyless Access