What Is Proximity Key?
by Jeffry Colman -
A proximity key (also named Smart Key, Keyless Go, Intelligent Key or Push-to-Start) is a remote shaped device that permits a key-less entrance and push-button start ignition in your vehicle.
When user is within the appropriate distance, the keyless entry device transmit RF waves with your immobilized computer to open and close car doors and even to turn on the car engine having the key in the pocket.
30 years ago in 1998, Mercedes-Benz was the first vehicle producer to present this platform in the automotive industry.
Today, motor vehicle drivers can take advantage of push to start ignition and keyless entries on nearly every vehicle models and enjoy functions such as power windows, remote start, vehicle theft opposing protection, alarm and many more.
smart key platforms on various car-makers
- Buick: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Nissan: Nissan Intelligent Key
- Pontiac: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Subaru: Keyless Smart Entry With Push-Button Start
- Jeep: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Ford: Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Acura: Keyless Access System
- Infiniti: Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push-button Ignition
- Cadillac: Adaptive Remote Start & Keyless Access
- Chrysler: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Lexus: Smart Access System
- Dodge: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Mitsubishi Motors: FAST Key System
- Honda: Smart Entry System
- Suzuki: SmartPass Keyless entry & starting system
- Kia Motors: Smart Key System
- Toyota: Smart Key System
- Mazda: Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System