The Three Greatest Moments In Renault Trafic Key Fob History
The Story of the Renault Card Key
In all the inventions which have changed the way we use cars but none has made such an impact on the lives of drivers like the hands-free card. Pascaline, the Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products goes over the history of this little device.
The origins of the card
A key part in the life of a car owner The hands-free card of Renault has been a huge hit worldwide. It was designed over around 20 years ago and is now among the most innovative innovations within the company. Pascaline is the head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division takes you on a the journey of discovery to find out the background of this useful accessory.
It was in 2001 when the Laguna II, a saloon designed to embody 'lifestyle' driving, was introduced into production. It was a time that saw great innovation, including an array of new technology capabilities that enabled customers reap the full benefits of their car.
The occupants still had to use the keys to open and shut their doors. This was a real problem for many and Renault engineers were determined to do something about the issue.
The result was that they decided to incorporate a keycard that is contactless into their vehicles and create the system that would allow users to unlock and start their cars with a simple wave of hands. The card key can now be found in two of three Renault vehicles. Whether it's located in the ignition barrel, or on the centre console the car will be unlocked when the card approaches and lock automatically when it is removed. This is a genuine Renault remote control card (without blade). It comes in a clamshell and is ready to be programmed with Abrites Diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia Software with the ProTAG Programmer.
The design
A Renault key card or even a remote car key is a great feature to have in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, these products are prone to malfunction due to wear and tear or dropping. When this happens, it can be quite stressful. There are many ways you can repair your Renault keycard. Contacting your dealer is an option. It can take a long time and can be expensive. A professional locksmith is another option.
SR Key Solutions has the required equipment to program and make Renault keys and cards and keys. We can offer an upgrade to your existing key at a significantly cheaper price than what the dealer would charge. We can also complete the process quicker than dealers.
This product is compatible for the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It protects your card while giving it a beautiful appearance. It is available in two colors and can be customized with your VIN or a logo. It can be put in an accessory case for keys or with a standard keychain. This is an original Renault part that can only fit the vehicle that you ordered. Please include your VIN at the time of ordering to ensure that the right key is supplied.
The technology
Renault key cards contain transponder chips inside and have an option for low frequency communication that allows the card to communicate with your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking due to regular usage, and it can be costly to replace or repair them at a dealer. We can repair or replacement your Renault key cards at only a fraction of the cost of a dealership.
The hands-free card was first launched in 2001 on the Laguna II saloon, which was designed to embody the "lifestyle" car of 21st century. However, despite an in-depth design brief based upon more than thousands of customer interviews, which examined their lifestyles, habits, and expectations, Renault ran out of time to design prototypes and test every possible scenarios for use.
Fortunately, the product manager on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel was in a hotel at the time and was using his room key to unlock his car. He was of the opinion that the car key could be created using the same magnetic strip that was used to make the key.
In renault replacement key card following the card was hailed as a groundbreaking innovation and is now available on two out of every three Renault vehicles. While smartphones may be in the process of replacing it, Renault has chosen to utilize these new technologies without leaving the hands-free cards by the wayside.
The keyless entry system
Renault's hands free card was a ground-breaking piece of technology when it was first introduced 20 years ago. The exterior is the same, but the technology has been upgraded to make it easier to use and harder to hack.
It can't be used from outside to unlock doors or start the car until the driver activates it. This is because radio signal antennae "around" the car are designed to determine if the key is outside or inside it. The key will continue to turn the ignition from a distance, however, it won't unlock the doors. This is to protect you.
The other thing to note is that the system's wireless remote control transmissions make use of a rolling code. This reduces the likelihood of someone stealing a control message and transmitting it again to gain access, but does not completely eliminate the possibility. [1]
If your Megane's key fob suddenly stops working - particularly after you've dropped it on the ground - it could be a sign that the receiver module has developed an issue. If this is the case, you will need to replace your key fob using an original Renault replacement. For more information you can click on the 'Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trades can sign up for a trade account, and enjoy special pricing.