How a car looks and performs (and of course, its cost) will still be the major criteria in the auto purchasing decision. But the “coolness” factor may be entering the equation thanks to RFID and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology that’s eliminating the need for a key and offering up other technological wonders.
Smart keys have been around since the end of the last century, but with improvements in RFID and the new kid on the block, NFC, more sophisticated technology is making the driving experience, well, more enjoyable.
In the Toyota Avalon, for instance, an on-board sensor recognizes a signal from the smart key, allowing the driver to start the engine by pushing a switch. If he waves the smart key near the trunk, it opens. And, of course, it unlocks the car as the driver approaches. Ditto for the American-produced Corvette and Cadillac XLR.
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