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The rental car Avis gave me this time was a Nissan hybrid, which I’ve driven before, but this was the first I’ve had with a wireless key. I’ve used plenty of cars with electronic keys before, but you always had to stick it in some socket before pushing the start button.. With this one all you need to do is have it in your pocket and the car will start.

This seemingly minor enhancement makes a surprisingly big difference in the experience of driving the car. You don’t have to initiate the interaction with the car - as soon as you approach, it knows you’re legit and comes to life. You just walk up, get in and drive off. It’s a great example of a technology advance that makes life simpler rather than more complicated.. After only 2 days of this, the thought of sticking a key in and turning it to start a car already feels completely archaic.

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