The Story of the Renault Card Key In all the inventions that have revolutionized the way we use cars but none has made such a huge difference to the lives of drivers as the hands-free card. Pascaline, Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products talks us through the history of this small device. The history behind the card A crucial part of the car-owner's daily life, Renault's hands-free card has become a worldwide hit. First designed twenty years ago it's one of the top innovations from the company. Pascaline, Head of Cross-Cutting Products at the Products division is taking us on an exploration to discover the history behind 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 time of tremendous innovation, featuring a host of new equipment capabilities that enabled customers enjoy the full benefits of their vehicle. The occupants were still required to use the keys to open and close their doors. This was a real obstacle for many and Renault engineers were determined to address it. The result was that they decided to incorporate a keycard that is contactless into their vehicles. They then developed an system that would allow drivers to unlock and start their cars with just a wave of hands. The card key can now be found in two of three Renault vehicles. If it's in the ignition barrel or on the centre console the car will unlock when the card is in close proximity and lock automatically when it is moved away. This is an original Renault remote control card (without blade). It comes individually packed and ready to programme using Abrites diagnostics for Renault/ Dacia software with the ProTAG programmer. The design A Renault key card or even remote car keys, is a great feature to have in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, these devices are prone to malfunction due to wear and tear or dropping. It can be frustrating when this happens. There are many ways you can replace your Renault keycard. One option is to contact your dealership. It can take a long time and can be expensive. A professional locksmith is an alternative option. SR Key Solutions has the required equipment to program and manufacture Renault keys and cards and keys. We can change your key at a lower cost than what a dealer would cost. Additionally, we can do it much faster than a dealer would. This product is compatible for the Renault Laguna II (keyless entry), Espace 4 (keyless entry) and Vel Satis (keyless entrance system). It will protect your card and gives it a nice appearance. It is available in two colors and can be personalized with your VIN, logo or any other information. It can be attached to a standard keychain or inside the key case. renault key fob replacement is an authentic Renault part that can only be used on the vehicle for the purpose for which it was ordered. Please provide your VIN when you place an order to ensure that the right key is supplied. The technology Renault key cards come with transponder chips and a low frequency communication feature. This allows the card to talk to your car. These chips can crack from normal use, and it's costly to replace or repair them at a dealer. We can repair or replacement your Renault key cards at just a fraction of the cost of a dealership. The hands-free cards were first introduced in 2001 on the Laguna II saloon, which was designed to embody the lifestyle car of 21st century. However, despite a comprehensive design brief based upon more than 6000 customer interviews that examined their lifestyles, habits and expectations, Renault ran out of time to develop prototypes and test all possible applications. Fortunately, the product manager on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel was staying in an hotel at the time and used his room key to open his car. He was of the opinion that a car key could be made with the same magnetic strip used for the key. In the years following the card was hailed as a revolutionary technology and is now offered on two of three Renault vehicles. Renault has decided to make use of the latest features of smartphones to enhance the hands-free card, when it appears that they are soon to replace it. The keyless entry system The hands-free card from Renault was a groundbreaking piece of technology when it was launched 20 years ago. Its exterior is still identical, but the technology inside has had some upgrades to make it more user-friendly and less difficult to hack. It can't be used to unlock the doors or start the engine from outside the vehicle, unless it is activated by the driver. The reason is that the radio signal antennas around the car are configured to detect whether the key is in or inside it. The key can still turn on the ignition from a distance however, it won't unlock the doors. This is for your safety. The wireless remote control transmissions of the system utilize the rolling-code. This reduces the risk of someone stealing the control message and then retransmitting it to gain access, but doesn't eliminate it. [1] If your Megane's key fob suddenly stops working - particularly after you have dropped it on the floor - it could be an indication that the receiver module has developed a fault. If this is the situation, you'll need to replace it with an authentic Renault replacement. To find out more about key programming, click the Key Programming Information tab above. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a trade account and enjoy a special price.
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