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Car Keys For Aging Parents and Loved Ones Sometimes, caregivers of loved ones with a long-term illness are faced with difficult decisions. If an elderly parent or loved one is driving unsafely it could be the right time to get rid of their car keys. Many vehicles have a driver setting set to a particular key. This feature is particularly useful when multiple people share the vehicle. Transponder Keys Transponder keys are found in most modern cars. They add an additional layer of security to your car that flat metal keys can't. They are tiny microchips embedded in your keys that transmit an alert to the car's immobilizer system, allowing it to start only if a valid key is within reach. This technology has helped to reduce car thefts all over the world. It's not completely secure. Professional thieves have discovered ways to alter these signals while still hotwiring the vehicle. They can also repurpose keys to make their own transponder. Even if your vehicle comes with a transponder, it's still worth getting an extra. A reputable locksmith will make them for you at a fraction of the cost of car dealerships. They will look over your key to determine the most effective methods of programming and copying. They'll then program the new key to work with your vehicle. A reputable locksmith may also be able to assist with “flat” or non-transponder keys. These keys communicate with your car using mechanical means, not electronic technology. These keys are easy for kids to play with, meaning they're less secure. Anyone with a key cutter can also copy them. Smart Keys Many modern vehicles are equipped with smart keys, which is a kind of key fob that fulfills the basic functions of a remote, but also comes with additional features. Smart keys can unlock and lock your vehicle from a distance, without pressing any buttons. You can also use them to start your engine. These features are functional regardless of whether your key is concealed in a purse or pocket. Smart keys are extremely secure. The signals they emit are encrypted, so hackers can't easily use them to steal your vehicle. A computer in your car verifies the rolling codes that are projected by the smart keys prior to making the engine start. You could encounter some glitches since the technology is in development. For example, if your key and phone are too close the cell's normal operating signals could interfere with the signal your smart key sends. Some smart keys have a small color touch screen. BMW for instance, developed the Display Key, which has a screen allowing the driver to perform various functions using the keyfob like locking, unlocking, and starting. The key also warns the owner when its battery is low and suggests an upgrade from the dealer. Keyless Entry If you don't want to go quite as far as a transponder or smart key the keyless entry system can allow you to lock and unlock your car at the touch of a button. These systems utilize radio waves, or RF to transmit signals to a receiver inside the vehicle. Depending on the system, the signal could also trigger the car's engine and disarm the alarm. Using keyless entry removes the need to conceal spare keys, which are a major theft target. It also keeps you from having to worry about losing or misplacing your car key, which can occur to anyone at any time. It is important to change the code frequently to ensure your security. The way that keyless entry works is that you press the button on your physical or app key fob to send a radio signal of 315 Megaherz. The KeyLab is encrypted and scrambled before being released, so that even if hackers get access to it then they won't have the ability to gain access to your car. Certain keyless entry systems include an engine that is not starting. This means that the car will be running and start when the key isn't in range. This is a safety feature designed to prevent your vehicle from running out of gas and also to prevent toxic fumes from leaking into the cabin. Remote Start No matter if your car is parked in your driveway or on the streets Remote start systems can provide peace of mind and convenience. The system transmits the signal to the RES module in the vehicle by pressing a button or by using an app. This system also works for other features within your vehicle, for example, opening and closing windows or changing the temperature of your heated/cooled seats. Some systems are more versatile and feature auxiliary channels that can be used to control items like power-assisted steering wheels, automatic climate control, and rear defrost. The good news is, that most Seat vehicles manufactured since 1995 will have a transponder chip in the key. The majority of newer models are compatible with remote start systems. However, some older Seat models require keys with a transponder chip that is less basic and won't work with any remote-start systems. Most parents have experienced the moment when they reach into the backseat of their child's car seat but cannot manage to press down on the red car seat buckle release button. A company called NAMRA has come up with a solution to this issue that makes it much easier to unbuckle even when you're having difficulty pressing down on the buckle using your thumb.