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In all the inventions that have transformed the way we use cars and other vehicles, none has made as a huge difference to the daily lives of drivers like the hands-free card. Pascaline is the head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products goes over the history of this little device.
The origins of a card
Hands free cards from Renault are an international hit. It has become an essential element of the daily lives of car owners. It was first designed over in the year 2000 it is among the company's leading innovations. Pascaline, the Head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division, takes you on an adventure of discovery to understand the origins of this handy accessory.
It was in 2001 that the Laguna II, a saloon aimed at embodying 'lifestyle' driving, was introduced into production. It was a period of significant innovation, and an array of new technology attributes that enabled customers to enjoy the full benefits of their vehicle.
However, the owners of these cars still had to use their keys to open and close their doors. Renault engineers believed that this was a significant problem for many.
The result was that they decided to include the use of a contactless keycard into their vehicles. They then developed the system that would allow users to unlock and start their cars by merely waving hands. The result is the key card, which is now present on the majority of Renault vehicles. The card can be found located in the ignition barrel or on the centre console, the car will unlock when the card approaches, and will lock automatically when moved away. This authentic Renault remote control key card (without blade). It comes in a clam-packed box and is ready to be programmed with Abrites Diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia Software with the ProTAG Programmer.
The design
A Renault key card or a car remote key could be a fantastic convenience in our lives. However, these devices can fail due to wear and tear or being dropped. If this occurs, it can be extremely frustrating. There are a variety of options to replace your Renault key card. Contacting the dealership is one option. This could take some time and can be costly. A professional locksmith is a different option.
SR Key Solutions has the necessary equipment needed to program and produce Renault keys and cards. We can provide the replacement for your current key at a cheaper price than what dealers would charge. Furthermore, we can complete it faster than a dealership would.
This product is compatible with the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It will protect your keycard while providing a stylish design. It comes in two colours and can be personalised with your VIN, logo, etc. It can be used with a regular keychain or put inside a key case. This is an original Renault item that will only fit the car you have ordered. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is supplied.
The technology
Renault key cards come with transponder chips, as well as a low-frequency communication feature. This enables the card to communicate with your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking because of use and it can be very costly to have them repaired or replaced at a dealership. We can repair or replace your Renault key cards at only a fraction of the cost of a dealership.
The first hands-free card was introduced in 2001, on the Laguna II saloon. This car was designed as the lifestyle car of the 21st century. However, despite a comprehensive design brief based on over thousands of customer interviews, which examined their lifestyles, habits and expectations, Renault ran out of time to develop prototypes and test all possible scenarios for use.
Fortunately, the lead of the product on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel, was staying in a hotel at the time and was using his room key to unlock his car. Seeing that the key had an extremely small magnetic strip, he thought it would be possible to create an auto key that operated in a similar way.
In the years to follow, the card was hailed an innovative invention and is now found on two out of three Renault vehicles. Although smartphones are close to replacing it, Renault has chosen to take advantage of the new technology without letting the hands-free card slip off the radar.
The keyless entry system
The hands-free cards of Renault were a revolutionary piece of technology when it was first introduced 20 years ago. Its exterior remains identical, but the technology inside has had some improvements to make it more user-friendly and less difficult to hack.
It isn't able to be used from outside to open doors or start the car unless the driver activates it. This is because radio signal antennae "around" the car are designed to determine whether the key is in or inside. The key will still start the ignition from a distance, but will not open the doors. This is for your security.
Second, the wireless remote control transmissions of the system utilize a rolling-code. This decreases the chance of someone intercepting the control message and transmitting it again to gain access, but it does not completely eliminate the possibility. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly ceases to function, particularly after you've dropped it on the floor, it could be a sign the receiver module has failed. If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace it with an authentic Renault replacement. To find out more about key programming, go to the Key Programming Information tab above. Customers in the motor or locksmith trade can sign up for a trade account and enjoy a discount pricing.