What Is Proximity Key?
by Joel Mcgee -
A proximity key (also known as Push-to-Start, Intelligent Key, Smart Key or Keyless Go) is a computerized device that authorizes a automatic door access and engine igniting in your car.
When you’re within the admissible distance, the keyless access device interacts through combination of audio and infrared waves with your motor vehicle to lock and unlock car doors and even to crank the engine while having the key in the pocket.
30 years ago in 1998, Mercedes-Benz was the first company to implement this system in the automotive industry.
As for today, auto drivers can benefit keyless entries and push-button start ignition on nearly all motor vehicle models and use operations such as remote start, alarm, power windows, automatic door locking and unlocking and many more.
proximity fob platforms on various manufacturers of automobiles
- Chrysler: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Ford: Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Jeep: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Honda: Smart Entry System
- Suzuki: SmartPass Keyless entry & starting system
- Mazda: Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System
- Hyundai: Proximity Key and smart entry key
- Buick: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Lexus: Smart Access System
- Kia Motors: Smart Key System
- Cadillac: Adaptive Remote Start & Keyless Access
- Subaru: Keyless Smart Entry With Push-Button Start
- Chevrolet: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Pontiac: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Toyota: Smart Key System
- Infiniti: Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push-button Ignition
- Dodge: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Lincoln: Intelligent Access System