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Are Car Keys on the Way Out?

Discussion in 'Other Cars' started by hb06, Apr 16, 2007.

  1. hb06

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    qbee42 My other car is a boat

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    I use car keys on the way in.

    Tom
     
    #2 qbee42, Apr 16, 2007
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    If they eliminate the key altogether, how will you get into a locked car if the battery goes dead?
     
    #3 DelerPrius, Apr 16, 2007
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(DelerPrius @ Apr 16 2007, 10:56 AM) [snapback]423998[/snapback]</div>
    Hopefully the people who actually build things (as opposed to conclusion-jumping reporters) will remember that point...
     
    #4 mikepaul, Apr 16, 2007
  5. Tideland Prius

    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    There's always a backup mechanical bit to something electronic. Or at least I hope so lol.

    Be glad that we have a mechanical release for the hatch if the battery dies cause some sedans with a power release don't have a backup keyhole so the stuff in the trunk is locked until you get the battery going (or if you're able to, fold down the rear seats).
     
    #5 Tideland Prius, Apr 16, 2007
  6. tripp

    tripp Which it's a 'ybrid, ain't it?

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(DelerPrius @ Apr 16 2007, 09:56 AM) [snapback]423998[/snapback]</div>
    To quote the the instructions on MRE heaters: "use a rock or something..." :D
     
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    For the time being, cheaper cars will still have keys. And we'll probably have the backup mechanical key until they invent some other way to get in when the battery fails. My Xebra will have a key. Seems awfully backward of it. But if they couldn't afford to put more than three wheels on it, how are they going to afford an SKS? Maybe they'll implant a chip in your head, and power it with a thermocouple using your body heat. Likewise, the warmth of your hand, placed on the door, will power the unlock latch. Or, better yet, to get into the car, you'll blow into a tube. The warmth of your breath will power the device that unlocks the door, but only if there's no alcohol in your blood.
     
    #7 daniel, Apr 16, 2007
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