What Is Proximity Key?

29-03-2022 by Dave Grom - A proximity key (also known as Push-to-Start, Smart Key, Keyless Go or Intelligent Key) is a computerized device that permits a key-less door access and engine igniting in your vehicle.

When driver is within the admissible radius, the intelligent key interacts through radio frequency waves with your motor vehicle to unlock and lock doors and trunk and even to turn on the engine with the key in the pocket.

In 1998, Mercedes-Benz was the first manufacturer of cars to outfit this platform in the market.

This days, motor vehicle owners can take advantage of intelligent keys and push button start ignition on most auto motive models and use functions such as remote start, power windows, automatic door closing and unlocking, vehicle antitheft protection and many more.

proximity fob platforms on various automobile manufacturers

• Dodge: Keyless Enter-N-Go
• Buick: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)
• Mitsubishi Motors: FAST Key System
• Acura: Keyless Access System
• Mazda: Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System
• Infiniti: Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push-button Ignition
• Jeep: Keyless Enter-N-Go
• Hyundai: Proximity Key and smart entry key
• Ford: Intelligent Access with push-button start
• Toyota: Smart Key System
• Suzuki: SmartPass Keyless entry & starting system
• Lincoln: Intelligent Access System
• Honda: Smart Entry System
• Cadillac: Adaptive Remote Start & Keyless Access
• Nissan: Nissan Intelligent Key
• Lexus: Smart Access System
• Chrysler: Keyless Enter-N-Go
• Pontiac: Passive Entry Passive Start (PEPS)