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Full Post – Keyless Entry and Proximity Keys The experts at Skoda's technical department know how to lock and unlock your vehicle without the traditional key. The more modern systems ensure that the key is within a certain distance of the car and that it has been activated by a button press. The Kamiq will kick off Skoda's SUV assault with a raised ride height and clever VarioFlex seats that allow you to fold, fold or remove them completely – increasing your boot space. Transponder Keys Contrary to the flat metal keys which operate mechanically with cuts on the top and bottom transponder (a portmanteau of transmitter and responder) keys are equipped with an electronic microchip in their key heads. When they are placed in a car that has transponder technology, the chip transmits a low-level signal to a receiver located near the ignition switch. This causes the engine to start provided that it is programmed to it. Transponder chips are designed to protect cars from theft which is why they are found in the majority of modern vehicles. During World War II, coded messages were transmitted over radio frequencies in order to determine if an aircraft was hostile or friendly. The same idea was later used to create car keys in the form of General Motors creating the first transponder chip keys in 1985 for its Corvette model. Since then, a majority of new vehicles come equipped with them, and they're also popular for older models that can be retrofitted to incorporate them. If you own a car that has this type of security system, you must always keep an extra transponder key in your car, as it will only work if the chip is scanned properly. It's not foolproof. There are some who have discovered ways to trick the system. They include kits and tutorials explaining how to bypass the transponder with electrical relays and wires. Proximity keys Proximity Keys are among the latest keyless entry innovations that are becoming popular in a variety of automobiles. They permit drivers to unlock their vehicles by touching the door handle with the key fob in their bag or pocket. The key fob connects to the vehicle, disengaging immobilisers, and allowing it to start. There are a few disadvantages to proximity key systems though. If the key fob is lost or damaged it won't be able to start the car. It could be expensive to hire a locksmith or dealer to replace it. The fobs are also powered by batteries, and so they'll need to be periodically replaced. The proximity key technology has the disadvantage of breaking the cause and effect cycle that we are all used to when using physical keys. If you're using a traditional key and the lock opens, you know that you have the key. With proximity-sensing keys you'll need to be within a certain distance from the car to activate it. Despite their limitations proximity keys are an excellent invention for drivers who do not want to be locked out of their car. In the event of an emergency, always have an extra key in case you own a proximity key. Contact your local Pop A Lock store to get a quote for services and prices. Keyless Entry Systems The days of storing a spare key outside the home are long gone, and landlords can provide tenants with better security by installing keys-free entry systems. These systems are linked to a back-end program and permit landlords to track entry and exit. Furthermore, these systems make it simpler for tenants to access the property in the event an emergency. Keyless entry systems transmit encrypted signals to an inside receiver. The receiver receives the signal and unlocks or starts your car. It can also detect the presence of an individual driver and adjust settings to suit their preferences. For instance, if a driver is carrying a bag in their hands, the system will recognize this and shut the doors. Although most keyless entry systems are incredibly secure, some are vulnerable to attack. For instance replay attacks occur when the remote control signal is recorded and transmitted to the device at a later time. However, this could be stopped by adding to the keyless entry system an algorithm which ensures that each transmission is different from all previous ones. Another advantage of a keyless entry system is that it doesn't require the replacement of locks following each tenant's turnover. It's costly to change locks every time a tenant moves out, so it makes sense that landlords cut down on this expense as much as they can. With a keyless system all you need to do is reset the code. This is a lot faster and less costly than replacing the lock. Replacement Keys If you lose your car keys having spare keys can help save you from the hassle and expense of purchasing a new one. The spares are usually much less than a replacement key from a dealer and can be installed at any time. This is a great option in the event that your original key has been lost or damaged beyond repair. All of our Skoda replacement keys are compatible with the factory installed system in your car. This means you can use them to lock and start your car, and also access the standard features of the keyless system. This includes keyless go with a remote boot release button and the automatic locking of your car doors when you turn the key in the ignition. We can also provide an alternative for your key fob remotely based on the information contained in the system of your vehicle. This procedure can be completed in our Auckland locksmith workshop in just a few minutes. We will program the replacement to ensure that it works with your vehicle's standard immobiliser. We provide a complete Skoda key repair and replacement service for all of their models including the Octavia, Fabia, Rapid, Superb and many others. We can cut replacement keys and encoding them at your office, home or wherever you are. We can also repair your existing car keys in order to make them usable again.