Learn the evolution history of car keys from 12 car keys

With the development of technology, car keys are constantly changing. The editor compiled the keys of various models for the readers, so as to review the development history of car keys, the content is as follows:

1949 Chrysler:

Although the first car keys for ignition did not appear until the 20th century, when the driver operated, he still had to press a button to activate the starter. In 1949, Chrysler introduced the modern car key. After inserting it, it was only necessary to turn the ignition switch to start the vehicle.

1965 Ford:

Ford's double-sided car keys are still used in many modern vehicles. Unlike a single-sided key, the key requires cutting on both sides and can also be inserted into the ignition switch from any direction.

1986 Chevrolet Corvette (Chevrolet Corvette):

In order to prevent theft of this model, Chevrolet added a coded resistor to the key. In the 1990s, GM generally adopted this vehicle anti-theft system (Vehicle Anti-Theft System).

1987 Cadillac Allanté:

87 Cadillac Allanté, in the 1990s, keyless cards have become mainstream.

1990 Jaguar:

This type of Tibbe key is outdated and first appeared in the 1989 Merkur Scorpio model, which was subsequently widely promoted by Jaguar. Many Ford models also used this type of key. This type of key was also used in 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect models Be eliminated.

1990 Lexus LS400:

This is a key made by laser cutting. The design provides extra security so it is difficult for ordinary people to copy.

1990 Mercedes-Benz SL:

In 1990, Mercedes SL introduced a new "switchblade" car key. This design is widely used in the industry. Today, many Volkswagen models still use this type of key.

1993 Chevrolet Corvette

This model uses key card technology, but unlike today's key cards, this passive remote keyless entry (Passive Keyless Entry) system may not be able to start the vehicle. It also needs to use a traditional key to start the vehicle. When approaching the vehicle, its function may simply be to automatically lock/unlock the vehicle.

2003 Mercedes-Benz:

This is the first powerful car key card, but it is a very short-lived product. The key is specially made for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz model, and its external width resembles a credit card, which can be put in a wallet. However, the smart key card is not durable, and a year later, the company launched a new key card.

2004 Chevrolet Malibu:

The remote vehicle activation function has been used for many years, but GM is the first car company to provide this technology.

2016 BMW:

BMW’s modern Display Key and BMW 7 Series vehicles were unveiled, aiming to add an LCD touch screen to reduce their size. The car key can lock/unlock the door, set the temperature of the air conditioner, and can realize the unmanned parking function through the touch screen operation. The display on the car key can also show whether the lights are activated, whether the doors are locked, the fuel level, and the expiration time of the next service. The device can also be charged via micro USB or wireless.

2018 Tesla:

Perhaps you have not received the 2018 Model 3 model you ordered, but you must have obtained the car key. Tesla's smartphone application dwarfs BMW's Display key. The car key uses a Bluetooth low energy device, and its key application is always running in the background, somewhat similar to a keyless smart card.