5 People You Should Be Getting To Know In The Car Seat Key Industry Car Keys For Aging Parents and Loved Ones

Caregivers of their elderly loved ones may face difficult decisions. If an elderly parent or loved one is driving in a dangerous manner, it may be time to get rid of the keys to their car.

Many cars come with a driver setting set to a specific key. This feature is especially useful if you are sharing the vehicle with a number of people.

Transponder Keys

The majority of modern vehicles have transponder keys, which provide a layer of security that old flat metal keys cannot. These are tiny microchips within your key that send a signal to the car's immobilizer system, allowing it to start only if a valid key is within range. This technology has helped reduce car thefts all over the globe.

It's not foolproof. Professional thieves have found ways to spoof the signals while still hotwiring vehicles. They also have the ability to repurpose cut key blanks to create their own transponder keys. So, even if the car is equipped with a transponder key it's worth buying an extra.

A reputable locksmith is able to make these keys for you at much less than the price of car dealerships. They'll begin by examining your key and determining the best methods of copying and programming. The new key can be programmed to work with your vehicle.

A reputable locksmith should be able assist you with non-transponder or "flat" keys. They operate mechanically via cuts made on the sides of the keys and don't employ any electronic technology to connect with your vehicle. They are more convenient to use by children and are less secure. They can also be copied by anyone with an instrument for cutting keys.

Smart Keys

A lot of modern cars are equipped with smart keys, a kind of key fob that performs the functions of a standard remote but has added features. Smart keys are able to secure and unlock your vehicle from a distance, without pressing any buttons. You can also use them to start your engine. These functions are functional regardless of whether the key is in your purse or pocket.


Smart keys are extremely secure. The signals they send out are encrypted, meaning that hackers can't easily use them to steal your vehicle. A computer in your car also checks the rolling codes generated by the smart keys prior to making the engine start.

The technology is still developing, and you may encounter a few bugs in the system. If your key and phone are too close to each other, normal operating signals from your cell could interfere with any signal transmitted by your smart key.

Some smart keys feature a small color touchscreen. BMW, for example, developed the Display Key, which has an LCD screen that allows the driver to perform various functions from the keyfob like locking, unlocking, or starting. The key can also notify the owner that its battery is drained and recommend a new one from your dealer.

Keyless Entry

If you don't want to go quite as far as a transponder key or smart key the keyless entry system allows you to lock and unlock your car with the push of a button. These systems make use of radio signals, called RF, to connect to a receiver inside the vehicle. Based on the system, the signal may also turn on the engine of the vehicle and also deactivate the alarm.

Keyless entry can eliminate the need to hide spare keys, which can be a major threat to thieves. There is no need to worry about losing or misplacing keys to your car and this can occur at any moment. However, The KeyLab should change the code regularly to ensure that you are secure.

The way that keyless entry works is that you press the button on your app or physical key fob to send out the radio signal at 315 Megaherz. The signal gets encrypted and scrambled prior to being transmitted, so that even if hackers intercept it and tries to steal it, they won't be able to gain permanent access to your car.

Some keyless entry kits include the option of passive engine start which means that the car will continue to run and start the engine even when the key isn't in range. This is a security feature that's designed to keep your car from running out of gas, and also to prevent harmful fumes from getting into the interior of the car.

Remote Start

Remote start systems provide convenience and peace of mind, regardless of whether the vehicle is parked on the street or in your driveway. The system sends the signal to the RES module in the vehicle by pressing a button, or by using an app.

This system can also be used to regulate heated and cooled seats, or to open and close windows. Some systems are more versatile and feature 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 a majority of seats made after 1995 have a transponder embedded in the key. Most of the newer models can be used with remote start systems. However, certain older Seat models require a key with a transponder chip that is less basic and won't work with any remote-start systems.

Many parents have experienced the moment when they are reaching back into the car seat of their child but struggle to press down on the release button that is red. A company called NAMRA designed a solution for that problem making it simpler to remove the buckle even if you are having a difficult time pressing down on the buckle with your thumb.