The Story of the Renault Card Key
The hands-free card is among of the most significant inventions to have ever changed the way people travel in cars. Pascaline is the head of Cross-Cutting Products at Renault Group Products goes over the history of this small device.
The origins of the card
The hands free card of Renault is an international success. It has become an integral element of the daily lives of car owners. It was first designed over around 20 years ago it's one of the company's most popular innovations. Pascaline who is the Head of Cross-Cutting Products in the Products division, takes you on journey of discovery in order to learn the history of this handy accessory.
In 2001, the Laguna II, an executive saloon which embodies 'lifestyle-driven driving", went into production. It was a time of significant innovation, and an array of new technology attributes that enabled customers enjoy the full advantages of their vehicle.
The occupants of the homes had to use the keys to open and close their doors. Renault engineers determined that this was a major problem for many.
They decided to put the contactless card into their vehicles, and then develop an application that would allow drivers to enter and unlock their vehicles by simply shaking their hands. The card key can now be found in two of three Renault vehicles. The car will automatically unlock when the card is placed near the ignition barrel, or even the centre console. This is a genuine Renault remote control card (without blade). It is clam-packed in a sealed package 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 remote car keys, is a wonderful convenience to have in our daily lives. Unfortunately, these things are prone to failure because of wear and tear or simply being dropped. It can be a frustrating experience when this happens. There are several ways you can repair your Renault keycard. One option is to call your dealership. This may take a while and could be costly. A professional locksmith is another option.
SR Key Solutions has the necessary equipment to program and make Renault keys and cards and keys. We can replace your key at a cost that is lower than the price a dealer would charge. Additionally, we can do it much more quickly than a dealership would.
This product is compatible with Renault Laguna II, Espace 4 and Vel Satis keycards (keyless entry system). It is designed to protect your keycard while providing a stylish design. It comes in two colours and can be personalized with your logo or VIN. It can be used with a standard keychain or placed inside a key case. This is a genuine Renault product that is designed to fit the car you have ordered. Please include your VIN when you order to ensure the right key is supplied.
The technology
Renault key cards are equipped with transponder chips and a low-frequency communication feature. This allows the card to talk to your car. These chips may break from normal use, and it's extremely costly to replace or repair them at a dealer. We can repair or replace your Renault key card at only a fraction of the dealer cost.
The hands-free card was first introduced in 2001 on the Laguna II saloon, which was designed to embody the "lifestyle" vehicle of the 21st century. However, despite a detailed 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 uses.
Luckily, the product lead on Laguna II, Bernard Dumondel was staying in a hotel at the time and used his room key to unlock his car. As the key featured tiny magnetic strips, Bernard Dumondel thought it might be possible to make a car key that functioned in a similar way.
In the years following, the card was hailed as a revolutionary technology and is now offered on two out of every three Renault vehicles. While smartphones seem to be in the process of replacing it, Renault has chosen to take advantage of the new technology without letting the hands-free card fall by the wayside.
The keyless entry system
The hands-free card of Renault was a groundbreaking piece of technology when it first came out 20 years ago. replacement renault megane key card remains similar, but the technology inside has received several improvements to make it more user-friendly as well as harder to hack.
It can't be used from outside to open doors or start the car until the driver has activated it. This is because radio antennae "around the car" are programmed to detect whether the key is inside or outside. The key can still function from a distance, allowing you to start the car's ignition but not to unlock the doors, which is to ensure your safety.
The second aspect is that the wireless remote control transmissions of the system make use of a rolling code. This reduces the chance of the security being breached by someone who intercepts and retransmits the control message in order to gain access, but isn't a guarantee of avoiding the risk altogether. [1]
If the key fob on your Megane suddenly stops working, especially after you've dropped it to the floor, it could be a sign the receiver module is defective. If this is the case then you'll need to replace your key fob with an original Renault replacement. For more information you can click on the 'Key Programming Information tab' above. Customers who are in the locksmith or motor trade can sign up for a trade account and receive preferential pricing.