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Car Keys For Aging Parents and Loved Ones
Sometimes, caregivers of loved ones who are elderly are faced with difficult decisions. It could be the time to remove the car keys of an aging parent.
Many vehicles have a driver setting configured to a particular key. The Keylab is particularly useful if multiple people are sharing the vehicle.
Transponder Keys
Transponder keys are found in all modern vehicles. They provide an additional layer of security to the car that metal keys made of flat metal can't. These are tiny microchips that are embedded in your key. They send an alert to an immobilizer device on the car, which allows it to start when a set of valid keys is within reach. This kind of technology has drastically reduced car theft rates across the world.
However, it's not 100% secure. Professional thieves have found ways to fake the signals and still hotwire the vehicle. They can also reuse standard cut key blanks to create their own transponder keys. Even if the vehicle you're driving with a transponder, it's worth buying a spare.
A reputable locksmith can create these for you at less than the cost of car dealerships. They'll begin by looking over your key and determining best copying and programming methods. The new key can be programmed to work with your vehicle.
A reputable locksmith should also be able to assist with non-transponder keys or "flat" keys. These keys operate mechanically through cuts on the sides of the keys and don't employ any electronic technology to connect with your vehicle. They are more convenient for children to use and are less secure. They are also easily copied by anyone who has the aid of a key cutter.
Smart Keys
Smart keys are a type of key fob used in many modern vehicles. They serve the same functions as a remote control but they also have additional features. Smart keys can be used to lock and unlock your vehicle from a distance without needing to press any buttons. You can use them to start the engine. These features will work even if the key is in your pocket or purse.
Smart keys are extremely secure. Hackers aren't able easily to steal your car due to the signals they transmit are encrypted. A computer in your car checks the codes that are projected by the smart keys before beginning the engine.
The technology is in the process of being developed, and you may be faced with a few glitches in the system. For instance, if your smartphone and your key are too close the normal operating signals could interfere with the signal your smart key sends.
Some smart keys feature an incredibly small color touchscreen. BMW, for example, created the Display Key, which has a screen allowing the driver to perform a variety of functions from the keyfob. These include locking, unlocking, and starting. The key will also notify the owner that their battery is running low and will suggest that they purchase a new one from your dealer.
Keyless Entry
If you don't want to go quite as far as a smart key or transponder key A keyless entry system will allow you to lock or unlock your car with the press of a button. These systems utilize radio waves, or RF to signal a receiver inside the vehicle. Based on the system, the signal can also trigger the engine of the car and deactivate the alarm.
Using keyless entry will eliminate the need to store spare keys, which can be a major security risk for thieves. You don't have to worry about losing or misplacing keys to your car and this can occur at any moment. It is important to change the code frequently to ensure your security.
The way that keyless entry works is to press the button on your mobile or physical key fob to send out a radio signal of 315 Megaherz. The signal is encrypted and scrambled prior to being sent out, so that even if hackers get access to it and tries to steal it, they won't be able to gain access to your car.
Some keyless entry kits have passive engine start this means that the car will continue to run and begin the engine when the key isn't in the range. This safety feature is designed to prevent your car from running short on gas, and to avoid toxic fumes leaking into the interior.
Remote Start
Remote start systems provide convenience and peace of mind regardless of whether your car is parked on the street or in your driveway. The system transmits the signal to the vehicle's RES module by pressing a button, or by using an application.
The system can also be used to adjust heated/cooled seats, or to open and shut windows. Some systems are more versatile and have auxiliary channels that can be used to control things like power-assisted steering wheels automatic climate controls, as well as rear defrost.
The good news is that the majority of seats manufactured after 1995 have transponders embedded in the key. So, the majority of modern cars can be used with remote-start systems. However, certain older Seat models require a key with an older transponder chip and won't work with remote-start systems.
Most parents have experienced that moment when they reach for the back seat of their child's vehicle and aren't able to press down on the red buckle release button. NAMRA has designed an answer to this issue. It allows you to unbuckle the seat even if you're having difficulty pushing down the buckle using your thumb.