The Story of the Renault Card Key
The hands-free card is one of the most important inventions that have ever changed the way people use cars. Pascaline, Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products, takes us through the history of this simple device.
The origins of a card
Hands free cards from Renault are an international hit. It's become an essential part of the daily life of car owners. It was initially designed in the year 2000 and is now among the most innovative innovations within the company. Pascaline who is the Head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division takes you on a journey of discovery to find out the background of this handy accessory.
In 2001 the Laguna II, an executive saloon that is a symbol of 'lifestyle driving", went into production. It was a period of tremendous innovation, featuring numerous new equipment features that helped customers to enjoy the full advantages of their vehicle.
The occupants of the homes had to use keys to open and close their doors. Renault engineers determined that this was a major issue for many people.
As a result, they decided to incorporate a keycard that is contactless into their vehicles. They also developed a system that would enable drivers to open and start their cars with just a wave of the hand. The result is the card key, which is now on the majority of Renault vehicles. The car will unlock automatically when the card is near the ignition barrel, or even the central console. This is an original Renault remote control card (without blade). It comes in a clam-packed box 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 can be a great convenience to have in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, these devices are prone to malfunction due to wear and tear or dropping. It can be a frustrating experience when this occurs. There are many ways you can replace your Renault keycard. Contacting your dealership is one alternative. However, this could take a long time, and it can also be costly. A professional locksmith is an alternative option.
SR Key Solutions is fully equipped to make and programme Renault keys and cards and keys. We can provide you with the replacement for your current key at a significantly cheaper price than what the price a dealer would charge. We can also provide it quicker than a dealer.
This product is compatible with the Renault Laguna II, Espace 4 and Vel Satis keycards (keyless entry system). It shields your card and gives it a beautiful appearance. It is available in two colors and can be personalized with your VIN, logo, or other details. It can be used in conjunction with a normal keychain or inside a key case. This is a genuine Renault item and is only compatible with the vehicle for the model for which it was ordered. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is supplied.
The technology
Renault key cards have transponder chips inside and have a low frequency communication feature that enables the card to communicate with your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking due to regular use, and are extremely expensive to repair or replace them at an auto dealer. We can repair or replace your Renault key card at less than the dealer cost.
The hands-free card first appeared in 2001, on the Laguna II saloon. This car was designed to be the ideal lifestyle car of the 21st Century. But, despite a thorough design brief that was based on 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 use-cases.
Bernard Dumondel was the product leader on Laguna II at the time. He used his hotel room key to unlock his car. The key he was using had tiny magnetic strips, Bernard Dumondel thought it might be possible to create an auto key that operated in a similar way.
In the years to follow the card was described as an innovative invention and is now on two of three Renault vehicles. Renault has decided to utilize the new features of smartphones to improve the hands-free card, when it appears that they are soon to replace it.
The keyless entry system
The hands free card of Renault was a ground-breaking piece of technology when it was launched 20 years ago. The exterior design is the same, but the technology has been upgraded to make it easier to use and harder to hack.
Firstly, renault clio key replacement can't be used to unlock the doors or start the engine from outside the vehicle unless it is activated by the driver. This is because radio signal antennas "around" the car are designed to determine whether the key is in or inside. The key will still start the ignition from a distance but not unlock the doors. This is to ensure your safety.
The second is that the wireless remote control transmissions of the system employ a rolling-code. This reduces the chance of the security being breached by someone who intercepts and retransmits the control message to gain access, but does not eliminate the threat completely. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly ceases to work, particularly after you've dropped it to the floor it could be an indication that the receiver module is faulty. If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace it with a genuine Renault replacement. To learn more about key programming, go to the Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers working in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a special trade account and benefit from preferential pricing.
The hands-free card is one of the most important inventions that have ever changed the way people use cars. Pascaline, Head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products, takes us through the history of this simple device.
The origins of a card
Hands free cards from Renault are an international hit. It's become an essential part of the daily life of car owners. It was initially designed in the year 2000 and is now among the most innovative innovations within the company. Pascaline who is the Head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division takes you on a journey of discovery to find out the background of this handy accessory.
In 2001 the Laguna II, an executive saloon that is a symbol of 'lifestyle driving", went into production. It was a period of tremendous innovation, featuring numerous new equipment features that helped customers to enjoy the full advantages of their vehicle.
The occupants of the homes had to use keys to open and close their doors. Renault engineers determined that this was a major issue for many people.
As a result, they decided to incorporate a keycard that is contactless into their vehicles. They also developed a system that would enable drivers to open and start their cars with just a wave of the hand. The result is the card key, which is now on the majority of Renault vehicles. The car will unlock automatically when the card is near the ignition barrel, or even the central console. This is an original Renault remote control card (without blade). It comes in a clam-packed box 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 can be a great convenience to have in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, these devices are prone to malfunction due to wear and tear or dropping. It can be a frustrating experience when this occurs. There are many ways you can replace your Renault keycard. Contacting your dealership is one alternative. However, this could take a long time, and it can also be costly. A professional locksmith is an alternative option.
SR Key Solutions is fully equipped to make and programme Renault keys and cards and keys. We can provide you with the replacement for your current key at a significantly cheaper price than what the price a dealer would charge. We can also provide it quicker than a dealer.
This product is compatible with the Renault Laguna II, Espace 4 and Vel Satis keycards (keyless entry system). It shields your card and gives it a beautiful appearance. It is available in two colors and can be personalized with your VIN, logo, or other details. It can be used in conjunction with a normal keychain or inside a key case. This is a genuine Renault item and is only compatible with the vehicle for the model for which it was ordered. Please provide your VIN to ensure that the correct key is supplied.
The technology
Renault key cards have transponder chips inside and have a low frequency communication feature that enables the card to communicate with your car. The chips are susceptible to cracking due to regular use, and are extremely expensive to repair or replace them at an auto dealer. We can repair or replace your Renault key card at less than the dealer cost.
The hands-free card first appeared in 2001, on the Laguna II saloon. This car was designed to be the ideal lifestyle car of the 21st Century. But, despite a thorough design brief that was based on 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 use-cases.
Bernard Dumondel was the product leader on Laguna II at the time. He used his hotel room key to unlock his car. The key he was using had tiny magnetic strips, Bernard Dumondel thought it might be possible to create an auto key that operated in a similar way.
In the years to follow the card was described as an innovative invention and is now on two of three Renault vehicles. Renault has decided to utilize the new features of smartphones to improve the hands-free card, when it appears that they are soon to replace it.
The keyless entry system
The hands free card of Renault was a ground-breaking piece of technology when it was launched 20 years ago. The exterior design is the same, but the technology has been upgraded to make it easier to use and harder to hack.
Firstly, renault clio key replacement can't be used to unlock the doors or start the engine from outside the vehicle unless it is activated by the driver. This is because radio signal antennas "around" the car are designed to determine whether the key is in or inside. The key will still start the ignition from a distance but not unlock the doors. This is to ensure your safety.
The second is that the wireless remote control transmissions of the system employ a rolling-code. This reduces the chance of the security being breached by someone who intercepts and retransmits the control message to gain access, but does not eliminate the threat completely. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly ceases to work, particularly after you've dropped it to the floor it could be an indication that the receiver module is faulty. If this is the scenario, you'll have to replace it with a genuine Renault replacement. To learn more about key programming, go to the Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers working in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a special trade account and benefit from preferential pricing.