What Is Proximity Key?
by Don Albright -
A proximity key (also called Push-to-Start, Keyless Go, Intelligent Key or Push Button Start.Keyless Access.Keyless Entry) is a device that enables a keyless entry and engine igniting in your car.
When driver is within the relevant radius, the keyless access key interacts through RF waves with your automotive ECM to lock and open doors and even to turn on the engine having the key in the pocket.
In 1998, Mercedes-Benz was the first company to present this technology in their vehicles.
In today’s world, automobile owners can utilize push 2 start ignition and smart keys on majority of vehicle models and use functionality like remote start, alarm, vehicle theft deter protection, mirror adjustment and many more.
proximity key platforms on various vehicle makers
- Chrysler: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Cadillac: Adaptive Remote Start & Keyless Access
- Pontiac: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Subaru: Keyless Smart Entry With Push-Button Start
- Acura: Keyless Access System
- Jeep: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Kia Motors: Smart Key System
- Mazda: Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System
- Nissan: Nissan Intelligent Key
- Lincoln: Intelligent Access System
- Dodge: Keyless Enter-N-Go
- Mitsubishi Motors: FAST Key System
- Chevrolet: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Hyundai: Proximity Key and smart entry key
- Buick: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
- Suzuki: SmartPass Keyless entry & starting system
- Infiniti: Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push-button Ignition
- Honda: Smart Entry System